Chapter 127

The two of them exchanged pleasantries enthusiastically; Calvin, who had extended his hand, watched with a stiff expression. He felt it was extremely ridiculous, especially with so many pairs of eyes watching. Jason was not there to pick him up, contrary to his expectation. His hand remained in midair as Jason shook hands with Elvira's husband instead. Calvin, always considered a prodigy, had never experienced such treatment. He felt extremely embarrassed! He glared at Elvira as if she were responsible for his humiliation.

Judy was equally shocked. Everyone knew Jason was cold and aloof, unconcerned with others. Why was he so enthusiastic towards Elvira and her husband?

Seeing her cousin ignored, Zoey immediately stepped forward and questioned loudly, “What’s wrong with you? Can’t you see that my cousin wants to shake your hand? Why are you so rude?” She hoped to attract Zach's attention; her eyes kept glancing at him.

Jason's attention was on Zach and Elvira. When he heard Zoey's shout, he frowned and looked over. Seeing the three of them standing aside, his expression turned cold for a moment before he continued, “Mr. Gilbert, please go in first.”

“Wait, you can’t leave until you’ve made yourself clear!” Zoey immediately blocked the three of them. She raised her chin slightly, as if compelled to offer an explanation. That posture was no different from a shrew from the countryside. Those present were all people of status; they were all shocked by Zoey’s shameless behavior. Zach was not there to pick her up, indicating her insignificance. How could Zoey run in front of Zach and shout at him? This was too embarrassing.

Jason was already displeased. He didn’t know where this shrew came from to criticize him, and now she blocked the path of him and his esteemed guest. This was simply ridiculous.

“Who brought this lady here? Is she an invited VIP? How can she be so rude?” Jason suppressed his anger and questioned.

Although Calvin had been humiliated, he couldn't be rude in such a place. He immediately pulled Zoey back and said, “Zoey, don’t mess around. Mr. Stone, I’m really sorry. My cousin is young and insensible. I hope you will overlook her behavior.”

“That’s right, Mr. Stone. I’m really sorry. I apologize on her behalf,” Judy also stood up and apologized with a smile.

Jason looked slightly better and said, “Please help yourselves, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert. Please come in.” Jason completely ignored the three of them.

“Mr. Stone, I’m honored to be invited to your banquet. I have something to ask you,” Judy said with a smile she thought was very charming.

Jason, having been interrupted several times, was already very unhappy. He asked, “Who are you?”

Judy’s smile froze. Calvin’s expression turned even uglier. Jason actually didn't know who they were. The surrounding guests couldn't help but laugh. How shameless to cling to Jason when he didn’t even know them! It was truly funny.

“Mr. Stone, you sure know how to joke. Kennedy Group has just entered Haven Department Store,” Judy attempted to regain her dignity. She definitely didn’t want to embarrass herself in front of Elvira, especially Elvira, who was standing aside, watching with a faint smile.

“There are thousands of brands in our mall. How can I remember all of them? I welcome the three of you to come. Please help yourself. I still have to entertain important guests here, so I won’t talk to the three of you first.” After Jason finished speaking, he looked at Zach.

“Mr. Stone, have you been cheated? What kind of distinguished guest is he? He’s just a poor liar!” Calvin couldn’t stand being ignored because of a liar.

“That’s right, Mr. Stone. You have to open your eyes and not be deceived. Elvira is my sister, and this is my brother-in-law. However, my brother-in-law is not Mr. Gilbert. He’s just an ordinary worker,” Judy explained.

Jason looked at the two of them in shock. “What nonsense are you two talking about? This is Mr. Gilbert of the Gilbert Group! The world-renowned Gilbert Group! Are you really sure that Mr. Gilbert is your brother-in-law? You don’t even know your brother-in-law’s identity?”

This time, it was Calvin, Judy, and Zoey’s turn to be shocked. The three of them looked at Elvira and Zach in disbelief. When Elvira saw their changed expressions, she felt extremely happy. She smiled and said, “I’ve already cut ties with the Willis family. Don’t address us as your sister and brother-in-law anymore. Isn’t it disgusting to call me that? It sounds disgusting to me! I’ve told you long ago that my husband isn’t poor. You just didn’t believe me.”

In just a short while, several CEOs of listed companies had already come to greet Zach, and everyone was humble in front of him. This made Calvin and Judy believe that Zach was really the CEO of the Gilbert Group—something they hadn't dared to imagine! Not only did Elvira marry a rich man, but she also married into a top-notch wealthy family!

Judy’s heart was bleeding. She clenched her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her flesh to prevent herself from losing her composure! Calvin felt like a mouthful of blood was stuck in his chest. He almost suffocated.

Zoey, on the other hand, was very excited. She felt that Zach was not an ordinary person. His temperament was especially extraordinary. Her taste was indeed good; she had actually taken a fancy to the heir of a wealthy family.

“Can you move aside now? Mr. Gilbert, please come in. Please come in.” Jason looked disgusted and speechless. He quickly invited Zach and Elvira in.

In comparison, Calvin and Judy were like a joke. Jason didn’t even know who they were, but they still clung to him, thinking he was there to pick them up.

Judy was almost unable to stand still. The thing she was most afraid of had happened—Elvira surpassing her. But now, she was actually married to the heir of the Gilbert Group! The Gilbert Group was at a height that the Willis family and Kennedy family combined could not reach!

Judy felt flustered and short of breath. Her vision darkened, and she fell onto Calvin’s body. She held Calvin’s hand and said, “Calvin, why did Elvira marry the heir of the Gilbert Group? Why didn’t she tell her family?”

How would Calvin know? He was also very annoyed now! Previously, he thought that Elvira had not married well, so he didn’t feel anything. Now that he knew she had married into a top wealthy family, he felt he could not accept this reality at all.

The two of them were still hoping that Jason had been deceived. However, when they saw more and more people gathering around Zach and Elvira—all the most famous figures in the business world—the dirty hope in their hearts was completely destroyed.