Chapter 493: Chapter 488: Sponsored by a Wealthy Woman’s Best Friend
Ethan Hopkins glanced at her: “I don’t quite remember the specific name, but when you go there, observe the situation. Remember, no matter what rumors you hear, don’t take them seriously. All you need to do is to have a good relationship with Miss Harrison. It will be good for you and for me.”

Gillian Thompson felt a sudden chill when she saw the complex look on Ethan’s face.

“Ethan, what do you mean by… these rumors?”

She didn’t know why, but she heard a few hints of melancholy in Ethan’s tone.

Who exactly was this Miss Harrison?

“I won’t hide it from you, this Miss Harrison almost became my wife.”

“…”

“Of course, that was when we were kids. Her father was just one of my dad’s workers, and Uncle Carter Harrison once joked about it, but my dad refused.” Ethan lowered his eyes and chuckled softly.

What his father didn’t expect was that Carter Harrison was not just a worker. He was a contractor for several big real estate companies, but he was low-key and often wore worker’s clothes, which led to his father’s misjudgment.

Fortunately, after discovering his mistake, his father made up for it by having his mother become friends with Carter Harrison’s wife, but the matter was never mentioned again.

If he had really been engaged to Carter Harrison’s daughter back then…

A deeper meaning flashed in Ethan’s eyes.

Gillian nearly cried when she heard the word “wife,” but when she found out it was just a childhood joke, she was relieved.

“I know, those jokes between adults. When I was little, my dad and brother liked to joke about me and other kids too. They were just jokes, far from a formal engagement. Don’t worry, I won’t take these little things to heart.”

Ethan remained silent, feeling as if her words were mocking him.

However, Gillian remained oblivious.

“Ethan, I’ll definitely cooperate with Auntie and establish a good relationship with the Harrison family.”

Hearing Gillian’s solemn promise, Ethan nodded.

No matter what, now that her career is flourishing, everyone in the Capital City circle wants a connection with her. After all, Gillian’s last name is Thompson, and that title still has some weight to it.

…

At the Tian Family Banquet Hall, Grace Harrison was held down in a chair by a makeup artist, who gave her the most high-end makeup and styling.

Alicia Taylor, who was sitting beside her, had a shocked expression on her face.

From being picked up by the driver to this banquet hall in the heart of the city, Alicia felt like she was in a dream.

Although her good friend Grace Harrison had told her that her family was not doing too badly, she thought it was just a modest or slightly better-off family. She never expected it to be so extravagant.

Alicia sat in her chair, looking at the expensive jewelry in front of her, feeling nervous: “Grace, I don’t think I should wear these valuable accessories. I’m afraid of damaging them…”

She couldn’t say the words “I can’t afford to” but as many people were here, she was afraid of embarrassing her friend, so she chose not to say the last few words.

Grace Harrison was also not feeling comfortable.

She glanced at the jewelry and asked the stylist: “These accessories are for me, right?”

The stylist smiled: “Of course, Mrs. Tian brought them over and said they were for you and your friend.”

“Did you hear that, Alicia? My mom said it’s for you, so just take it without any worry. Even if you damage it, it’s okay since it’s already given to you.”

When the words “given to you” came out, Alicia’s heart almost jumped out of her chest.

Given to her?

This set of jewelry – the gold, the diamonds, and all the gemstones added up, was probably worth no less than a hundred thousand, maybe even more expensive!

“Grace, this is too valuable. I…I brought my own jewelry.” As she said this, Alicia took out her own jewelry, but she didn’t dare to open it after taking it out.

Inside the box was a gold necklace, very fine and delicate, probably invisible under the spotlight.

Having seen so many pieces of jewelry, she felt embarrassed to show her belongings.

“Take it, take it.” Grace Harrison closed the jewelry box on the table and stuffed it into her hands, “Do you remember our dream? Whoever becomes rich first will support the other. In the future, I’ll cover all your jewelry. Take it. You have a younger brother, and your family definitely won’t prepare a dowry for you. To me, these small pieces of jewelry are just a few days’ pocket money; it’s really nothing. Just take them, Alicia. You’re my best friend. You can’t be shabby when you’re with me.”

Although Grace’s words were casual, Alicia’s face reddened, feeling both touched and relieved.

Looking at Grace’s sparkling eyes full of anticipation, Alicia nodded and finally convinced herself to accept the gift.

Seeing her like this, Grace’s lips curled up in happiness.

What’s the meaning of having money? Of course, it’s to make friends and family happy.

Money is an external object; being able to buy happiness is the ultimate value of money.

Thinking of this, Grace suddenly felt that being rich wasn’t too bad.

Before, she thought her parents’ sudden wealth was a burden, but now it seemed good to be able to help friends.

After dressing up, both were quite satisfied with their looks.

At this moment, Carter Harrison and his wife walked in.

Seeing Alicia, Carter’s face was full of smiles, “You must be the good friend of my daughter, right?”

“I… Hello, uncle.” Alicia politely responded, feeling a bit overwhelmed by Carter’s enthusiasm.

“It was all thanks to you last time. Grace has told me all about it; you’re very brave.” Carter’s big hand patted Alicia’s shoulder cheerfully, and Alicia coughed a few times from the force.

Carter chuckled, “Oops, didn’t control my strength.”

“It’s okay, uncle.” Alicia waved her hands repeatedly, “I’m just delicate.”

“Ha ha ha…”

Carter laughed heartily, “You’ll be graduating soon, right? Are you interested in interning at our company? We have a group of management executives that we want to train from fresh graduates. If you’re interested, come intern with Grace.”

Upon hearing this, Alicia’s mouth dropped open in surprise.

She had already learned about her friend’s family business and knew that the Harrison’s mainly dealt with physical beverages.

The beverage industry had long become a major force in emerging industries, and coupled with the brand effect of Tian Sweet Coffee, this listed company was now an industry young people were desperate to enter, thanks to the excellent pay, benefits, and job stability.

She had been worrying about finding a job after graduation, but now the job had been handed to her.

“Of course, I’m interested!” Alicia nodded like a pecking chick, “Thank you, Uncle Harrison.”

She didn’t expect that in her act of righteousness, she would not only get jewelry but also a job.

The rewards were too great.

Alicia felt as if she were in a dream.

She secretly glanced at her best friend and made up her mind; she would stick close to her from now on.

“President Harrison, Madam, the Hopkins family has arrived and is looking for you.”

Upon hearing the assistant’s words, Carter nodded, and Mrs. Harrison smiled as well, “Let Grace come along, that Ethan Hopkins was once the future son-in-law your father had in mind.”

Future son-in-law…

Grace’s expression changed slightly.

She looked at her father with some fear.

“Dad, I never heard about this before… You… You’re not trying to arrange a marriage for me today, are you?”

It’s said that wealthy families’ children can’t decide their own marriages. She used to think she was just an ordinary person, but now her family background had improved; would the clichéd drama begin now?