Chapter 168

"What news?" Cameron was startled by the surprise in Dakota's voice.

"It's about Ms. Jones!" Dakota exclaimed.

"About Laura?" Cameron sat up in bed immediately. "Was she in danger again?"

"No, it's that five days from now, Ms. Jones is holding a grand celebration in Yrando. She's even booked the entire waterfront and Sunshine International Vacation Hotel!" Dakota said excitedly.

"The news has already spread throughout Yrando. Most of the elite have received invitations from Ms. Jones, and I'm lucky to have gotten one, too!" Dakota added gleefully.

"Is that so? That's great," Cameron replied, feeling somewhat guilty.

Dakota didn't notice. Completely immersed in her excitement, she continued, "Cameron, why do you think Ms. Jones is holding such a grand celebration in Yrando?"

"Uh I'm not sure" Cameron hesitated.

"Cameron, you sound a bit off. Are you okay?" Dakota's brow furrowed, sensing something unusual in his tone.

"No It's just that maybe I'm too tired from running errands today," Cameron quickly excused himself.

"Oh? I'm sorry for bothering you, then. You should get some rest. I'll talk to you tomorrow," Dakota said apologetically.

"Wait Dakota, don't hang up yet," Cameron interjected.

"Hm?"

"It's nothing I just felt bad for not talking to you more since you called," Cameron explained.

"It's okay. Everyone gets tired. You should rest early. I'll talk to you tomorrow. Goodnight!" Dakota reassured him.

"Goodnight."

Cameron let out a deep sigh after hanging up. He wanted to tell Dakota the truth—that he knew Laura and the celebration was for him—but worried she might be upset if she realized he'd been deceiving her. He decided to wait, planning to figure out how to explain the situation in the five days before the celebration.

Meanwhile, news of Laura's waterfront celebration spread like wildfire among Yrando's upper class. They also learned she would be appointing a young representative in Yrando during the celebration. Speculation about who the chosen individual might be buzzed through the elite circle.

Archie and Madison, having also received invitations, considered Laura's mentioned surprise. They exchanged glances, clearly understanding each other. "Dear, we're going to make it big this time!" Madison trembled with excitement, convinced the surprise involved choosing either her or Archie as the representative.

"Yes!"

Even the worldly and experienced Archie felt a shiver of anticipation.

"Madison, Archie, what are you talking about?" Pia asked, emerging from the kitchen with a glass of water, surprised by their excitement.

"Mom" Madison explained the situation.

"Is this all true?" Pia's heart skipped a beat; she almost dropped the glass.

"Of course, Mom!" Madison assured her.

"We've made it We've really made it!" Pia exclaimed excitedly, thrilled at the prestige of being Laura's representative and believing Laura must have seen potential in Archie. She felt they would be untouchable in Yrando.

Chapter 169

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