Chapter 1910: A Personal Matter
“Grant, regardless of the Farwells’ response, we must request betrothal money. We returned their previous contribution; we can’t be so generous this time!” Winnie urged her husband, mentally calculating an appropriate sum. A modest amount would suffice; gifts could also include property or valuable items.
Grant nodded. “Of course. Roxanne’s mother died young, and I raised her with difficulty. How can I let her marry into the Farwells without something in return?”
“Thirty million—too much?” Winnie’s eyes gleamed with avarice.
“Not at all. I’m curious what the Farwells offer. The more, the better,” Grant mused, already making plans.
They decided to speak with Roxanne first, only to discover they lacked her number. Resourceful, Winnie found Flora Verba Group’s website and called.
The customer service representative, assuming a product inquiry, prepared to log a complaint. Winnie finally revealed their identities: “We are Ms. Jarvis’ parents; we’re new in town and need her number.”
“I’m afraid I cannot assist you. Please verify your information and call back.”
Infuriated, Winnie cursed. Grant then suggested contacting the hotel receptionist to reach Sonya.
Meanwhile, at the Farwell residence, Sonya received the receptionist’s call about Grant’s request to meet with her and Elias.
“Elias, Roxanne said to ignore them, but is that too ungracious? Refusing our in-laws could damage the Farwell reputation,” Sonya worried, fearing Roxanne’s later displeasure.
Elias considered. Ignoring them might make the Farwells seem petty; family dignity demanded some respect. He decided to consult Lucian.
Lucian relayed Roxanne’s wish to ignore them. However, Roxanne realized it was inappropriate to dictate the Farwells’ actions. She should handle this herself. She would go to the hotel.
“I’ll go with you,” Lucian said, fetching a jacket and helping her on with it.
En route, he noticed her displeasure. “Darling, don’t be angry. Just clarify things. It’s not worth the emotional investment.”
Roxanne smiled, comforted by his touch, and tried to compose herself.