Chapter 308 The Meeting Gift
Sarah's eye-roll almost made Orlando's nose twitch with anger.
Usually, women might pretend to ignore him, but once he revealed who he was, they'd always light up and fawn over him. Who dared to give him such attitude?
"Hey, ladies, I'm talking to you. Isn't it a bit rude to ignore me?" Orlando's face darkened, his voice a mix of embarrassment and anger.
"Ethan, someone's trying to steal your spotlight, and you're just gonna let it slide?" Sarah snorted, patting Ethan's back in annoyance.
Ethan hadn't planned on dealing with Orlando. Plenty of people didn't know their place. As long as they weren't too over the top, he ignored them. Engaging with them would only lower his status.
But Sarah dragged him into it, leaving Ethan speechless.
"Close the window. Why waste time on people like that?" As soon as Ethan spoke, Chloe had already helped Sarah roll up the car window.
"Isn't it peaceful now?" Chloe laughed at Sarah's indignant expression.
"Running into jerks as soon as we go out ruins my mood!" Sarah pouted.
Orlando looked furious, staring at the now-closed window. He wanted to say something, but if he spoke too softly, they wouldn't hear him from inside their car; if he spoke too loudly, more people would hear him. He could only glare at Ethan before closing his own window.
Ethan hadn't done anything but had already annoyed Orlando. He could only grumble to himself.
Of course, he kept his thoughts to himself. Saying them out loud would only bring more trouble.
Luckily, Robert's estate was huge, and the birthday party was on an open lawn with a temporary stage set up. Some performers were invited to entertain.
Even though it was outdoors, the place was brightly lit and bustling with people.
After finally presenting their invitation, they entered the estate. The vast grounds meant they probably wouldn't run into Orlando anytime soon.
Otherwise, the birthday party might start with Orlando's bullying.
Even so, Ethan, accompanied by two beautiful women and an adorable little girl, still attracted many envious glances. It was only a matter of time before Orlando noticed them.
Ethan hoped Orlando wouldn't be dumb enough to cause trouble. Otherwise, either Orlando or Robert would end up embarrassed.
To Ethan's surprise, they had barely been inside for three minutes when Robert, seemingly already informed of their arrival, personally led a group to greet them.
Clearly, there had been special instructions beforehand; otherwise, it wouldn't have been so timely.
Having Robert present would cut down on a lot of unnecessary trouble caused by his female companions.
"Mr. Wilson, it's an honor to have you here!" Robert, dressed in a sharp suit, clasped his hands and greeted Ethan warmly, drawing the attention of the surrounding guests.
Most people had only found Ethan vaguely familiar before, but Robert's address of "Mr. Wilson" immediately reminded everyone of the sensation Ethan had caused in Novaria a few months ago.
"Now I remember why he looks so familiar; he's that Ethan!"
"Why is Robert being so polite to him? Didn't the Wilson family abandon him?"
"What's with the 'Mr. Wilson' title? The Wilson family kicked him out and even took back the Cloud Group. Robert must be just putting on a show!"
"Don't talk nonsense. I heard the Cloud Group has changed hands again and is back with Ethan. Watch your mouth!"
"Really? But who are those two women with him? They're stunning."
"Is that little girl Ethan's daughter? I heard Ethan had a wife, but they were married for years without him even sleeping with her. How could he have a daughter?"
"Are you talking about Sharon from the Thomas family? Ethan is just a joke..."
The whispers around him were as clear as if they were spoken directly to Ethan. Sometimes, having excellent hearing was quite a burden.
Of course, Ethan had no interest in dealing with these gossipers.
"Mr. Torres, we meet again. Happy birthday!" Ethan smiled as he wished Robert. Chloe and Sarah also greeted him.
"It is an honor to have Miss Harris and Miss Miller attend my birthday party today! And who is this adorable little princess? Mr. Wilson, I didn't know you had a daughter," Robert said.
While others might not know, Robert was well aware of Sarah and Chloe's identities. He was surprised to see them holding the hand of a little girl who looked like a doll and asked in astonishment.
"This is my goddaughter, Camila. Camila, say hello to Mr. Torres!" Ethan picked up Camila and smiled at her.
"Camila, say what we just taught you to Mr. Torres!" Chloe encouraged Camila.
"Mr. Torres, I wish you enjoy both felicity and longevity!" Camila obediently and sweetly congratulated Robert.
"Thank you... You are so adorable. I didn't know you were coming and didn't prepare a meeting gift. Here, let me give you this ruby necklace as a gift for Camila!"
Robert laughed heartily and, after a moment's hesitation, took out an intricately carved ruby necklace from his pocket and hung it around Camila's neck.
Those who knew its value were aware that this necklace was worth a fortune!
Robert's generous gesture caused quite a stir among the onlookers.
"Wasn't Ethan abandoned by the Wilson family? Why would Robert give such a necklace to his goddaughter as a meeting gift? Isn't this the same necklace that was auctioned for over five million recently?" someone who recognized the necklace spoke up, causing the crowd to buzz with excitement once again!