Before doing her hair and makeup, Serena was tidying up her appearance. Upon hearing Cal's reminder, she didn't turn around and simply said, "Did Grace also think he's not a good person?""This..." Cal was stunned. He couldn't respond to that."Okay, since you don't believe me, let's just forget I said anything," Cal said, not wanting to push his luck, and turned to leave.However, Serena stopped him again. "Do you have any evidence to support your claim that Mr. Blake is not a good person?"Cal shook his head. He didn't have any evidence—he just thought the situation was strange."If you're just talking nonsense, why should I believe you?" Serena asked."Serena, are you ready yet?" Shane's voice came from outside, urging her."I'm coming!"Without waiting for Cal's response, Serena hurried out to attend the conference.Watching the father and daughter leave, Cal muttered to himself, "I hope I'm just overthinking things."Afterwards, Cal didn't linger and went straight to work at the

At this moment, almost all the employees of the company stood by the window, looking down. A lonely figure held a storage box, walking out of the company. It was drizzling in the sky of Riverton. The autumn breeze was bone-chilling. However, that figure did not hold an umbrella and walked alone into the rain."Brother Cal, think of a way.""Help Ms. Whitmore!"Wayne and the others watched this scene, feeling pity in their hearts, and couldn't help but ask Cal for help.Cal was playing computer games at his desk: "How can I help?""I kindly reminded her, but that woman didn't take it to heart.""Now that things have come to this, what do you expect me to do?"Talking about this matter made Cal angry. He had advised Serena many times, but this stubborn woman never listened and only wanted to show off at the Entrepreneur Conference. Did she ever think about how long and deep the relationship between the Whitmore family and the Blake family was? Why should they help her so much?"Brother

Riverton, Lakeview Estates.The entire district was built along the lakeshore, a sprawling complex of antique-style architecture surrounded by beautiful mountains and water. It was a place where modern luxury met imperial grandeur, an unmatched level of opulence in the entire Pacific Northwest Region.And Morgan's residence was right in the heart of it."City people really know how to enjoy themselves," Cal mused, looking around. "I thought the Whitmore villa was the peak. Compared to the General's place, theirs is a doghouse."He'd never been to her home before and was genuinely impressed by the palace-like villa. Morgan, however, ignored his provincial awe and got straight to the point."You'll be staying here with me for the next few days. Tomorrow, I'll take some time to buy you a suit. Even if this is just an act, I won't have the man by my side dressed in rags.""As for your mother, she should arrive in Riverton tomorrow without issue. Her schedule is busy after arrival, so I've

Serena laughed, the sound hollow. "What does he have to understand? He's just a poor boy from the countryside. No background, no sophistication. If you asked him how much my car is worth, he'd probably guess 'tens of thousands.'"She remembered the day Cal first rode in her car, his wide-eyed amazement as he asked if it cost that much. Looking back now, it was almost funny."Hmm?" Serena's gaze sharpened, turning to her friend. "Rain, I've noticed you've been asking about Cal a lot lately. Don't tell me you've been taken in by his simple act."She leaned in, her tone turning serious. "Let me warn you, don't be foolish. If you pity him, give him some money. But don't get involved. We may not need to marry up, but we should at least find someone on our level. Cal might have a decent character, but he's clearly not husband material for me. And he's even less suitable for you."Since Rain had invited Cal to dinner, a nagging worry had settled in Serena's mind."Exactly," Grace chimed in,

Grace and her boyfriend, Jason Lang, had met in college. She was never truly satisfied with him—his family was average, with no real money or influence. She'd dump him in a heartbeat if someone better came along.Like now.The moment Grace spotted the handsome, well-dressed man ahead, her composure vanished. Rushing over, her mind was already spinning fantasies of sharing his bed that very night."Hey, handsome. Shopping alone? We could join you." Her voice was sugary sweet as she lightly tapped his shoulder.But when the man turned, Grace and her friends froze."Cal… Cal?" The name slipped from both Grace and Serena in unison.They never imagined the man in the sharp suit, the one they'd mistaken for wealthy nobility, would be Cal. Even Rain was taken aback.It was her first time seeing him in a suit.He looked… impressive. For a moment, she was captivated, a faint blush coloring her cheeks.Grace felt no such admiration. Her fantasy shattered, replaced by sharp, humiliated anger."Y