Chapter: 31
Just as they neared the exit, Lillian's commanding voice stopped them in their tracks. "Hold on a moment!"
Reluctantly, Alexander paused, his body tensed as Lillian strode forward, a golf club in hand. "Here, take your $8, Q@0 golf club. I doubt even our caddies would bother with such an inferior piece."
Her mocking words cut deep, visibly embarrassing Joshua, who turned a deep shade of red.
He hurriedly pressed the elevator button and ushered Alexander and Joyce out. With that, Daniela made her triumphant return to Olisvine.
As the CEO of Elite Lux, she now presided majestically over Olisvine's most famous Landmark.
Recovering from her astonishment, Joyce was already weaving new plots. She leaned towards Caiden, her voice oozing sugary charm. "Dad, Daniela's now the CEO of Elite Lux and she owns Olisvine's top landmark building. Do you think you could convince her to spare one floor for me?"
Caiden paused, uncertainty clouding his expression.
It wasn't fear of Daniela's defiance—she wouldn't dare cross him.
Rather, his reluctance stemmed from a _ recent public declaration he had made, cutting all ties with her. To seek her out now, after such a proclamation, would surely raise eyebrows.
What would everyone say about this?
Surely, they would label him as a conceited, self-centered man, desperate to maintain his grip on wealth and status.
His pristine reputation meant everything to him; the very idea of becoming fodder for idle gossip was utterly unbearable.
Throughout his life, Caiden had lingered in the shadow of Daniela's influential mother. Now, having finally liberated himself and taken command of his destiny, he was determined to steer clear of any further familial entanglements.
Nearby, Katrina observed his indecision with a keen eye, understanding that Caiden had no desire to comply with Joyce's demand.
The room fell silent for a long beat before Katrina's eyes brimmed with tears.
"This mess is entirely on me. When you took me as your wife, it was right after Daniela's mother had passed. All these years, Daniela has harbored resentment towards me, and rightfully so. I can't blame her-it's my fault for falling so deeply in love with you. I am to blame for everything. Joyce had no part in this, but Daniela's hatred for me has dragged her into the crossfire. Now, her business has been damaged. It's all my fault-every single problem stems from me. I'll face Daniela and apologize. If she won't accept it, I'll kneel and beg for her forgiveness. Sisters shouldn't be divided because of their parents' sins."
Her face was streaked with tears as she rose to her feet.
Caiden grasped her hand, his own heart twisting at the sight of her distress. "Why apologize for the past? As her father, do I really need Daniela's approval to choose who I spend my life with?"
Caiden locked eyes with Joyce. "Joyce, you've always been the sensible one. Your sister's the one stirring up all the drama. Don't worry, I'll have a word with Daniela. Just give me a little time. Now, remind me, which floor were you considering for your new office?"
With a delighted grin, Joyce clapped her hands together. "Dad, I consulted a fortune-teller who recommended the 18th floor. It offers an incredible view and it's said to be lucky."
It was common knowledge in Olisvine that the 18th floor of the Landmark building was the prime spot.
Yet Katrina's ambitions for Joyce stretched further. Snuggling closer to Caiden, she coaxed, "Joyce is no longer a little girl. She truly deserves her own space. I considered a villa for her, yet with Daniela yet to acquire one, it seems only fair that Joyce waits her turn. However, now that Daniela owns an entire building, why don't we gift Joyce the 18th, 19th, and 20th floors? It would give her a suitable home of her own. Surely, we don't want rumors floating around that she is still nesting at home in her twenties, right?"
Joyce's eyes lit up with excitement, her jaw dropping slightly as Katrina's bold proposal sank in.
The Luxor Tower stood as Olisvine's pinnacle of luxury, with each floor valued immensely.