Chapter 22 A Tempting Offer

“Ms. Aroma, you are amazing; you’ve made Mr. Caldwell fall asleep,” she said.

When Edward heard the news, his eyes sparkled with joy.

Jayce was his most cherished grandson, but he had been grappling with depression. Despite trying various

treatments over the years, nothing had worked.

Taking a deep breath, Edward said, “Ms. Aroma, you’ve been so helpful. Please accept this small token of my gratitude.”

As soon as he finished speaking, the butler clapped his hands, and a

procession of servants entered the room, each carrying a tray adorned with an array of exquisite jewelry.

There were elegant jewels, shimmering pearl necklaces, collectible gemstones, renowned paintings, and lastly, a check for ten million dollars.

Charlotte’s excitement bubbled beneath the surface as she saw them.

Meanwhile, she felt regret for giving up her career over the past five years.

she had focused on her career during that time, her current assets might have been substantial enough to buy out

she replied, “Sir Caldwell, thank you, but you don’t

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never expected my fragrance to work so well on Mr. Caldwell. I owe

“Do you think these gifts aren’t worthy?

that’s not what I meant,”

family to be safe and healthy. Money is no longer important to me; its greatest value lies in securing their well–being,” said

accepted the gifts,

tonight; have fun, and if you need anything, just come

“Thank you, I

check on Jayce, so Charlotte took

quickly among the guests, and as Charlotte descended the staircase,

before her, dealing

sat down, and began to enjoy some

were going well. With Ms.

her grandmother would eventually hear about

feel guilty. Once she made a name for herself, she promised to apologize to her

then, a tall figure approached. Arthur, holding a glass of wine, took a

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