Chapter 7
My son’s name was officially changed from Kian Walton to Kian Greenwood.
Under their management, the company began to decline, and its market value plummeted. Yet, they seemed unfazed. Their confidence stemmed from Kian’s new girlfriend, Grace Montgomery–a rising star in the business world.
She was a powerhouse, known for her sharp acumen and decisive actions. Like a blazing comet, she stormed through the corporate landscape, quickly establishing herself as a legend. She didn’t just rise through the ranks–she redefined the game, becoming the talk of the entire industry.
This newfound connection inflated their
arrogance. It was no surprise they had come to mock me again.
Rosie shot me a smug glance, her tone
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dripping with sarcasm. “Well, of course. Look whose son he is! I’ve always taught Kian to have an eye for quality. Ordinary women? They’re not worth a second glance.”
“Fortunately, my son is capable, like me!” she beamed, and latched onto Stephen’s arm with one hand and Kian‘ s with the other, exuding smugness. “Our family’s good days are just beginning!”
“Hahaha!” Their laughter filled the room, unbridled and triumphant, as if already basking in a future of limitless wealth and prestige.
Listening to their hearty laughter, I quietly finished the last bite of my meal, the faintest smile curling my lips.
“Yes,” I thought. Your good days have only just begun.
Soon, the day of Kian and Grace‘ s
wedding arrived. The ceremony was set in the city’s most extravagant hotel, buzzing
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with activity.
Inside, industry elites mingled, their invitations granting them entry to the grand event. Outside, onlookers gathered, hoping for a glimpse of the spectacle.
Even internet influencers had bought overpriced invitations, eager to livestream. the wedding and ride the wave of attention.
As cameras captured the lavish decorations and throngs of high–profile guests, the livestream chats buzzed with activity.
“This wedding is insane! I can‘ t even dream of something this extravagant!”
“Apparently, Greenwood Corp spent a fortune on this wedding to impress Grace Montgomery!”
“Can you blame them? She’s the hottest name in the business world right now–a true self–made powerhouse!”
“Exactly! She’s stunning, capable, and brilliant. I can’t figure out why she‘ d
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marry Kian, though.”
“Everyone knows Kian is just a spineless freeloader.”
“Maybe he’s just got incredible luck–first a rich mom, now a rich, powerful wife.”
“Ugh, some people are born with all the luck. It’s infuriating!”
The wedding quickly became the top trending topic online, with more viewers. joining by the minute.
As the world marveled at the opulence of the event and the who’s who of the business elite in attendance, I quietly
appeared on the livestream feed.
The moment I showed up, the chat exploded.
“Isn’t that Daphne? Didn’t she cut ties with the Greenwood family? What’s she doing here?”
“Could it be that giving the heirloom wasn’t enough? Don’t tell me she’s here to give
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another ‘blessing‘ like last time!”
“No way. Is she about to pull off another shocking stunt?”
“Unbelievable! How can someone be this much of a doormat?”
Inside the venue, many guests noticed me and exchanged puzzled glances.
Meanwhile, Stephen and Rosie, who had been warmly greeting guests with champagne in hand, froze the moment they saw me. Their smiles stiffened into something closer to grimaces.
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