Henry continued watching the crowd.

House of Royals, Living Room

Lex continuously greeted the VIPs arriving at his birthday party.

A voice announced, "From the North Cansington Military Region, Chase Nolan has arrived, presenting a gift of premium tobacco and alcohol."

The announcement stunned everyone. The hundreds of guests in the living room fell silent, turning toward the door. Two uniformed men entered. The first was a middle-aged man in his fifties, wearing a military cap and a shiny star medal. The second was clearly a high-ranking officer.

Brody exclaimed, "He's here! My uncle has arrived with the general!" He immediately approached Chase Nolan, saluting formally. "Sir! I'm Deputy Captain Brody Coleman of North Cansington's specialized police unit!"

Chase nodded. The man behind him patted Brody's shoulder, smiling. "Not bad, young man. You've curried favor with the Callahans and made us Colemans proud. You've got a bright future."

Brody was confused. Chase approached Lex, smiling and extending his hand. "Mr. Callahan." Lex, handing his cane to Wendy, shook Chase's hand warmly, nearly moved to tears. "General Nolan, it's an honor to have you. Please, have a seat!"

"Mr. Callahan, you're too polite," Chase replied.

The subtle exchange didn't go unnoticed. Envy filled the room. The Callahans managed to invite a general? Even though he was from North Cansington, his presence significantly elevated the Callahans' status.

Brody smiled proudly. Wendy, taking his hand, basked in the envious glances. The Callahan family members stood tall, proud of their newfound prestige.

Gladys felt embarrassed. She glanced at Thea, sighing. The influential son-in-law wasn't hers. Brody's connections had secured Lex's birthday party at the House of Royals and even invited a general, creating a spectacular display. Thinking of James, her own son-in-law, infuriated her. Thea, understanding her mother's thoughts, smiled awkwardly. "Mum, I'll surely make you proud in the future."

Chase's arrival pushed the party's atmosphere to a new high. Then, the announcement voice sounded again: "Ms. Scarlett Brooks, chairman of the Transgenerational Group, has arrived!"

Everyone gasped. Whispers rippled through the crowd: "Scarlett?" "The chairman of Transgenerational Group? The mysterious buyer?"

All eyes were on the door. A beautiful woman in a blue dress, radiating charisma, entered, followed by another person—Xara.

Gladys, Thea, and David were surprised to see Xara with Scarlett.

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