Chapter 231 – Returning to Her Not-So-Poor Family

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“Boss, Olga is a real money–grubber. There’s no way she’d give up her assets easily at this crucial moment,” Jack said.

“Weren’t we planning to bid on a plot of land in the suburbs?” Mirabella already had a plan in motion.

“Yeah.” Jack nodded. “Dylan’s interested in the same plot. He wants to help you win the bid, but the McMillan Corporation is also eyeing it. They want to build the biggest cultural and tourism complex in Summerfield there.”

Rumor had it that the McMillan Corporation wanted to build the nation’s largest Ferris wheel on that plot, alongside a bustling seaside opera house, a large commercial street, luxury hotels, and so on.

Mirabella analyzed, “Demetrius is in desperate need of money. He’s already sold off his shares and definitely wants to make a hefty profit. We can spread the word that the land is very valuable and would bring a lot of money once bought. On the day of the auction, I’ll discuss it with the others and get Demetrius to buy the land.”

“Boss, you, Jack had to express his admiration, “your strategy is brilliant.”

The price of the land would require Demetrius to use all of his assets, including loans, just to barely afford it.

But there’s a catch with the land; Demetrius would definitely regret it later.

“Spread more rumors that the land is very popular and valuable. Have more people around Demetrius to create a tense atmosphere.”

“Got it!” Jack immediately started preparing.

The next day.

Mirabella visited the hospital’s Room 301, brought some fruits and snacks for the old lady, and installed surveillance equipment in a high place.

If people didn’t carefully examine every corner of the room, they wouldn’t notice it. It blended with the wall color.

All in all, Mirabella always satisfied the old lady’s needs. The old lady had been wanting to install surveillance equipment for a while.

“I can check what’s happening in the room through my phone. If you ever get bored, I can chat with you through the surveillance, but you won’t be able to see me.”

“It’s okay; as long as I can hear your voice, I’m satisfied.” Grace’s mood improved due to Mirabella’s visit. She wanted to peel an apple for her.

But Mirabella took the apple from her and said, “Let me do these things. You need to rest now. After your surgery, when you recover, I’ll take you traveling to other countries.”

“That would be great.” Grace had long wanted to see other countries. “Whenever you have holidays, take me with you.”

“No problem.” Mirabella peeled more fruits for her.

Looking at how well–behaved Mirabella was and recalling Yolanda’s cunning eyes, Grace felt that there was no comparison. Mirabella was so much better!

“Grandma, which country do you like the most?” Mirabella handed over the cut fruits and asked softly.

“I like any country as long as you take me there.” Grace also handed her some fruits. “Have some.”

Mirabella took the fruits from Grace and tasted one, saying, “We’ll go to Dawnstar first. I’ll book the hotels and restaurants; you just need to come with me.”

“Alright, I’d love to.” Grace replied with a smile. “Oh, find a time for me to meet your boyfriend.”

Mirabella smiled and said, “Alright, after your surgery, I’ll bring him to see you.”

“He must be a great guy if you approve of him.” Grace couldn’t wait to see them walk into the wedding hall. “I just don’t know what to prepare as a gift for the first meeting.”

All she had were the things Mirabella had given her. After several months of hospital treatment, she didn’t have any valuable items with her.

“He doesn’t really care about formalities.” Mirabella reassured her in a soft voice.

“A gift is a must for the first meeting. When you get a chance, go to the apartment I used to live in. Open the safe and bring back the ring inside. It was your grandfather’s favorite treasure when he was alive. He always said he wanted to pass it down to his future grandson–in–law.”

Mirabella knew the value of the ring. “No, you should keep it as a keepsake.”

“Things only have value when they’re passed down. Consider it a little token of affection from me.” Grace patted her hand with a smile on her face, “You must get it for me. It’s for him, not you.”

“Okay.” Mirabella laughed and stayed a while longer with Grace until she seemed tired. After she fell asleep, Mirabella finally got up to leave.

Two days later.

Demetrius and Olga successfully sold all their shares, properties, and shops. They borrowed a large amount of money from several rural banks under the group’s name, and after several rounds of financing, they finally qualified to participate in the auction.

The groups attending the auction today were all top international ones, including QY, Allbara Investment, McMillan Corporation, the Collins Group, and so on. Even Alberto came to join the fun.

Among these groups, the Melton group was the least prestigious and seemed insignificant in comparison,

Demetrius arrived at the entrance, looking at the majestic gate before him, and couldn’t help saying, “Olga, we must succeed in getting this plot today.”

As long as they had this plot, the Melton group could definitely shine! All problems would be solved!

Olga was excited. “Our net worth will soon multiply by hundreds, even thousands of times. By then, the Panter family will be irrelevant! Yoli, that’s why I told you to dress up carefully today!”

Everyone here today was rich and noble. If Yoli could catch the eye of one of them, her future would be limitless.

The Panter family and Zachary were nothing compared to these top–tier groups. They weren’t even worth mentioning!

Yolanda was a little excited. Ever since her accidental encounter last time, she felt that Zachary was too ordinary and not good enough for her. If she could find a richer and more powerful man here today, even if he was older, she would accept him!

As they stood at the entrance, representatives of other groups passed by. Seeing the three of them dressed so extravagantly, they all looked puzzled and surprised.

Today’s event was a land auction, but the three of them were dressed very formally, as if they were attending a banquet.

Especially Yolanda, in her backless dress, stood out like a sore thumb among the men and women in suits and work clothes.

Yolanda thought she was very beautiful and eye–catching. She smiled and greeted the people who passed by her, but no one paid her any attention. They looked at her as if she were a fool.

Yolanda was a bit confused and didn’t know where the problem was.

Just then, a luxurious RV pulled up at the entrance. The formally–dressed driver respectfully opened the door.

The first to get out was Kenneth, followed by Louisa, whom he helped out of the car.

Demetrius’s first reaction upon seeing them was to straighten his clothes. He took a couple of steps forward with a beaming smile on his face. “Mr. Collins, Mrs. Collins, what a coincidence! Are you also here for today’s auction?”

The money he brought today made him stand tall, as if he had the confidence to interact with them.

But Louisa gave him a cold look. This fool was almost bankrupt and still laughing so happily.

She said coldly, “You should laugh while you can; you might not have a chance later.”

Demetrius was stunned. He thought Louisa was saying that the Melton group couldn’t afford the land, so he laughed even more happily.

“Mrs. Collins, you might not get it, but we Meltons have to nail this piece of land today.”

“So what?” Louisa couldn’t care less about whether they got it or not; she just walked right past them.

The four security guards at the entrance recognized Kenneth and Louisa, bending over backwards to welcome them: “Mr. Collins, Mrs. Collins, welcome! Come on in.”

“Has the founder of QY arrived?” Louisa asked coolly.

“She hasn’t arrived yet, but I’ll send someone to let you know as soon as she does.”

They’ve been to these auctions a bunch of times. The security guards all knew Mirabella, the young founder of QY.

“Alright.” Louisa, arm in arm with her husband, went in.

“Mrs. Collins seems to have a bee in her bonnet about us. She’s always so sharp–tongued, Olga grumbled, watching Louisa’s retreating figure.

Even though the Collins did have money, the gap between them and the Meltons wasn’t small. Louisa always talked down to the Meltons, making them feel pretty damn small.

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