Chapter 205 The Day of the Housewarming
In the Bay Area, the Johnson family's home.
In the bedroom, Ernest sat on the edge of the bed, sighing as he looked at his phone.
Karen, who was applying a facial mask with her back against the headboard, muttered, "You've been sighing nonstop since you walked in. What's wrong?"
Ernest turned his head, a bitter expression on his face, "Our daughter is being criticized online, and you don't even care. This must have something to do with that USB drive. I won't agree to anything until I know what's in that USB drive, no matter what they say."
Karen kicked Ernest's butt and said, "You just know how to act like a good guy. You're useless."
Ernest furrowed his brows and muttered, "Should I give Sarah a call, apologize, and explain the situation? We should at least tell her the truth."
"You dare?" Karen immediately became displeased and sternly warned, "Ernest, I'm telling you, don't go looking for trouble. First of all, there's no evidence that the photos of our daughter online are related to that USB drive. Secondly, this involves our family and my brother's attendance at the housewarming banquet. If you mess things up, I'll fight you to the death."
Ernest had a mournful look on his face. "So we're just going to ignore our daughter? Everyone’s criticizing her online. That child has always had a stubborn personality. What if she can't handle it..."
Karen interrupted, "Don't talk nonsense. Our daughter is stronger than you think. Anyway, this matter has a dual nature. With Ryder's cunning personality, he’ll be the first one to distance himself from Sarah's situation. When he divorces Sarah, there’ll be a line of suitors for Sarah."
"But... I still feel like this isn't the right thing to do. What if Sarah discovers the truth? What will she think of us as parents? To be honest, our family hasn’t been fair to her for all these years."
That sentence was rare for Ernest as he had never dared speak the truth in front of Karen for a long time.
However, Karen couldn't tolerate this. She immediately ripped off the mask she had just put on and glared at Ernest, cursing, "You’re always hesitating. Sarah is just a woman. The more you expect from her now, the more disappointed you'll be in the future."
Ernest shrunk back and said, "Even so, you’re sometimes a bit too harsh on our daughter..."
As soon as he finished speaking, Karen slapped him across the face.
She had a fierce expression on her face and shouted, "Go sleep in the living room tonight! I warn you again, if you ruin the matter of attending the housewarming banquet, I'll break your legs!"
Saying that, she kicked Ernest hard.
Ernest fled to the living room in despair.
Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, it was three days later.
September 1st.
It was early autumn, with a clear sky an gentle breeze.
More than 80% of the people in Houston knew that something important was happening today.
The Johnson family in Houston was hosting a housewarming banquet in Platan Heights.
The speed at which the news spread was thanks to internet media and the Johnson family's heavy investment in spreading the news to enhance their influence.
Although the Johnson family had not purchased a luxury villa in Platan Heights, the impact they created was unprecedented.
Many people had been discussing this since the morning.
"Rumors say that the Johnson family is holding a banquet at their mansion in Platan Heights, and the average price of each table of food is over ten thousand dollars."
"What's ten thousand dollars? Do you know how much money you need to give as a gift to participate in that banquet? At least fifty thousand dollars per person. Those who give less than that should be ashamed to enter. They say that the most extravagant guests have prepared a gift of one million US dollars."
"It seems that after this event, the Johnson family will not only secure their position as a second-tier family in Houston, but they’ll also be among the top ones in that tier."
"By the way, you might not know is, but today actually marks Sarah's third wedding anniversary. Some are rumors saying that Sarah had a falling out with the Johnson family, and that's why they deliberately chose this day to have a housewarming banquet."
"Sarah, that woman who’s been all over the news recently with those private photos? She's just a slut."
The Johnson family residence.
Grandma Johnson woke up extra early today.
Without the help of a nanny, she dressed herself in an opulent gown decked out in diamonds.
She had worn that gown during her sixtieth birthday.
It had a lot of sentimental value.
The fact that she was wearing it again today showed how just important the housewarming banquet was.
Ten o'clock in the morning.
The key members of the Johnson family changed into their most impressive outfits and gathered at the old Johnson family residence.
They were all expectant and excited.
The day had finally arrived.
Abigail was especially excited.
Since a few days ago, she had been posting at least ten posts on her social media every day, showing off her plans to stay at the Platan Heights mansion.
Today, she had dressed like a little princess and posted a selfie with the caption: "I’m going to stay at the Platan Heights mansion today and will no longer interact with any commoners. With my qualities, I believe I can attract the legendary owner of Villa No. 1."
Ten minutes past ten o'clock.
The Johnson family gathered at the front gate.
Three Rolls-Royces were parked at the front gate. There were flower baskets and banners on top of them.
It was very festive.
They were going to drive those cars and take a turn around Houston before heading to the Platan Heights Villa.
Andy had planned all of this himself.
Grandma Johnson was very satisfied and praised Andy. "Well done. It reflects the aura of the Johnson family."
As the Johnson family were about to get into the cars, Ernest and his wife, as well as Dominic and his family, hurriedly ran over, shouting, "Wait. Wait! Don't forget about us."
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