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Olsen Family.
After receiving Keiras message, Mrs. Olsen breathed a sigh of relief.
She had been afraid that Keira wouldnt bring her husband back at all, which would mean she had made
her mind to be with Mr. Horton
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Mrs. Olsen looked toward Taylor. Keira is bringing her husband home tonight; lets get the kitchen ready, she
said.
Taylor seemed a bit impatient. If shes coming, shes coming. Whats there to prepare? Shirley, youre just too good to her!
Despite his words, he gave a nod to Aunt South.
Aunt South then headed to the kitchen.
Isla listened to the conversation between the two, narrowing her eyes.
So, Keira was finally going to bring that pauper of a husband to their doorstep?!
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Good, she would make Keira pay today!
With a smile, she said, Then Ill get Jake to come home for dinner too. After all, its Keiras husbands first visit
to our house. We are sisters, so their husbands are
brothers-in-law.
After saying this, she took out her phone and sent Jake a WhatsApp message. Jake, come over for dinner tonight?
Hearing that, Mrs. Olsen couldnt help but frown and interjected, Remind Jake to bring fewer gifts when he
comes.
Isla was taken aback.
She clenched her fists tightly!
Of course, she understood why Mrs. Olsen would sa such a thing because Keiras husband came from a poor background, someone not fit for the public eye. Was Mrs. Olsen afraid that Jake would overshadow
him?!
She felt anger, thinking that Mrs. Olsens favoritism had had gone too far.
Seeing her displeased expression, Mrs. Olsen quickly
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explained, Isla, dont think too much. Tonight is to welcome Keira and her husband. His humble origins shouldnt be highlighted too much compared to Jakes.
Mrs. Olsen simply didnt want to embarrass Keira.
With a smile, Isla replied, Sure! Ill remind Jake.
Although she said that out loud, over WhatsApp, Jake had already replied, Dont want to come.
A tightness gripped Islas chest as she typed. Tonight Keiras husband will visit, so I thought to ask you to join us.
Jakes reply was quick. What time?
Isla clenched her fist. He should arrive around six, so come around five-thirty.
Jake said, Okay, is there anything I need to bring?
Although Jake could be arrogant, he was dependable action. The Horton familys good upbringing didnt allow for impolite behavior.
Seeing his response, Isla continued. We got our certificate today, and its kind of like your first time coming to my home, so you shouldnt skimp on the necessary gifts. But my mom just mentioned not to
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too expensive, to keep Keiras
husband from feeling inferior.
She knew Jake all too well.
Just mention Keiras husband, and hed surely act
rebelliously.
Sure enough, the next moment, Jakes message came through. Its my first visit, so it wouldnt be good to appear too shabby. Ill bring whatever I want, and you dont need to worry about it!
The corner of Islas lips curled slightly.
She put down her phone and looked toward Mrs. Olsen. Mom, Ive already reminded Jake. I told him not to bring too much stuff; I wont compete with Keira for attention.
Mrs. Olsens face finally relaxed a lot. Good.
At half-past five in the afternoon.
The humming sound of a car engine came from outside.
The sound was unmistakably Jakes sports car.
A hint of a smile flashed in Islas eyes as she joined
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Taylor and Mrs. Olsen to welcome their guest, only to see a blue Porsche parked in the courtyard.
Jake, in a high-end tailored suit, stepped out of the car.
His appearance brought a beaming smile to Islas face.
That sports car was a limited edition, and Jakes outfit was worth several hundred thousand. Then they saw Jake walk to the front of the car, open the hood, and begin to take out some gifts.
The gifts were packed tightly, filling the entire vehicle! The Olsen familys housekeeper immediately went up to help, carrying three to four gift boxes at a time, yet there were still more to be fetched.
With no other choice, she placed the items in the living room before running back for more.
After three or four trips, the floor of the living roo was covered with over a dozen gift boxes, every ite looking extremely valuable, including high-grade caviar, top-quality wines, and some jewelry pieces.
Any single item was worth several hundred thousand.
The total value of these gifts was estimated to be in
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the millions.
Islas eyes were filled with envy!
It was no wonder the Hortons were the wealthiest family in Oceanion, their generosity was
overwhelming.
She turned her head to look at Mrs. Olsen, whose
expression seemed a bit off as if she wanted to say
something, so Isla spoke before her. Jake, didnt we say that it was just a casual family meal, and Keiras husband is coming too. Theres no need to bring so many gifts
Upon hearing this, Jake casually replied, I know. Ive already cut down the usual amount by thirty percent. After all, this is my first time visiting my in-laws home, and I wouldnt want to bring too little and com as rude.
After saying this, he looked toward Mrs. Olsen ai Taylor, Taylor, Shirley, you dont mind, do you?
Mrs. Olsen was always polite to outsiders, especially this son-in-law, and she could only suppress her displeasure, responding with a light smile. Not at all.
Tavlor then stepped forward Next time you come.
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How could it be too much for my in-laws? I still feel its too modest and that I havent properly honored
Isla.
Jake chatted with Taylor as the two of them entered
the house.
Gifts from guests ought to be placed in the living room until the guests leave, at which point they can be put away; the sight of the gift boxes made Mrs. Olsen imagine how awkward it would be for Keira and her husband when they arrived!
She frowned and took a deep breath before signaling to Aunt South.
Aunt South came over.
Mrs. Olsen then said, Prepare some gifts and wait outside for Keira and her husband. If they arrive, gi the gifts to them
Even if the gifts didnt match in quality, they couldnt fall too short in quantity.
She was now somewhat regretting having invited Keira
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for dinner.
She cast another glance at Isla.
Isla complained. Mom, I really did tell Jake. Look, my chat history is here. I think the Hortons are just too generous, and maybe he genuinely thought he had already brought too little
Mrs. Olsen didnt know what to say.
She took another deep breath and gave further instructions to Aunt South. Tell the staff, when Keiras husband arrives later, dont show any improper
expressions.
Yes.
After arranging all this, Mrs. Olsen still felt uneasy.
She sighed and ultimately took out her phone, sg a message to Keira to give her some mental preparation. Jake and Isla are here too, with quit few gifts. Keira, you should understand one thing. intention matters more than the gift. I dont care about those things.
Keira replied, Understood, Mrs. Olsen. Were on our way and will arrive at the Olsen residence in about
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