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

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

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well on Mr. Caldwell. I owe him my gratitude for proving my skills. These gifts are too extravagant

“Do you think these gifts aren’t worthy? I

not what I meant,” Charlotte quickly interjected, shaking

Ms. Aroma, at my age, all I want is for my family to be safe and healthy. Money is no longer important to me; its greatest value lies in securing their well–being,” said

gifts, and

“It’s my birthday party tonight; have fun, and if you

smiled, “Thank you,

wanted to check on Jayce, so Charlotte took her

quickly among the guests, and as Charlotte descended the staircase, members of influential

before her, dealing with

found a quiet corner, sat down, and began to

well. With

believed her grandmother would eventually hear about it and feel

grandmom also made her feel guilty. Once she made a name for herself, she promised

approached. Arthur, holding a glass

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