NovelUSAAfter the operation ended, Citrine's cover was completely blown. The Archer family patriarch was furious, but
there was nothing he could do about her now.
To make matters worse, the truth about Mirage Cay was exposed. The government abandoned the Archer family,
and their reputation among the people of Magnolia plummeted overnight.
Vester had been planning this for a long time. Seizing the opportunity, he released damning evidence he'd
collected-proof of The Archer Group's faulty products and falsified financial records.
At the stime, Vester's own company emerged from the shadows, and with the aura of a righteous
whistleblower turning against his own family for the greater good, he quickly built up his firm's nand
prestige.
In a single day, Vester went from the illegitimate son everyone in the Archer family looked down on, to the man
in charge so much so that even his father now had to watch his tone around him.
That evening, Vester hosted a lavish dinner party.
Citrine knew exactly what he was up to: he wanted to use this chance to absorb all the Archer family's powerful
former contacts and wring every last drop of benefit out of them. Still, she hadn't expected him to send
invitations to her and Sebastian as well.
Vester had helped them, so after a quick discussion, Citrine and Sebastian decided they'd attend.
By the tthey arrived, Vester's wheelchair was surrounded by three deep circles of guests, all clamoring for
his attention. He was the undisputed star of the night.
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Vester's own company was now every bit as powerful as the old Archer Group had been. With the Archers’
downfall, everyone looking for a new patron naturally turned to him.
He accepted their flattery with a cool composure, discreetly extending offers to the companies he believed had
the greatest potential.
Darius Archer, red-faced with rage, could only force a smile and play along. The once-glorious siblings were now
forced to swallow their pride and keep their heads down.
Vester had finally achieved everything he'd wanted, but somehow, he didn't seem especially happy.
His gaze lingered on the entrance, as if he were waiting for someone in particular.
The butler noticed with a knowing smile. "Are you expecting Ms. Carmichael, sir?"
Vester's eyes dimmed a little, and he replied, a hint of disappointment in his voice, "It's so late. | suppose she's
not coming."
Sensing his mood, the butler wisely said nothing further.
Citrine and Sebastian had run into strouble on the way, so they arrived later than expected. As soon as they
presented their invitation at the door, they were ushered inside.
Once in the room, Citrine went straight to Vester to apologize. "Sorry we're late, we had a bit of trouble on the
road."
Vester smiled. "No need to apologize, Ms. Carmichael. I'm honored you're here at all."
He continued, "I never imagined you were the head of Northriver Vermillion Vanguard. | must admit, | didn't treat
you with the respect you deserved before."
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Citrine nodded. "You're a man of integrity, Mr. Vester. | trust you, and I'm happy to work with someone like you."
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