Reborn with Nothing but My Farm and Vengeance in the Apocalypse novel Chapter 308

Chapter 308: Chapter 308: The Transaction

The elevator doors slid shut, and Melody Summers finally let out a sigh of relief.

Today had been absurd. Utterly and completely absurd.

Who would have thought that Building 4 of the ordinary Metropolis Residences could attract such a motley crew of characters, all to put on such a grand farce for her benefit?

She hadn’t gotten anything done all day, just dealt with this pile of crap.

Back on the 16th floor, looking at the quiet hallway, Melody Summers thought to herself, ’If this keeps up, I should just buy both 1603 and 1604. That way, I won’t have to deal with any more bizarre new neighbors...’

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The Lancaster Villa.

Elaine Hughes gently opened the exquisitely wrapped gift box in front of her, taking out an indigo qipao with a subtle pattern.

The qipao was made from the finest silk, soft and smooth with a faint sheen. Not only was the fabric top-grade, but the craftsmanship was also exquisite. From the collar and cuffs to the hem, every detail was flawlessly executed. One look was all it took to know it was incredibly valuable.

Besides the qipao, there was also a white fur shawl.

The fur was snow-white, without a single stray hair. It was high-quality, with a delicate touch. When the light hit it, each strand of fur glimmered with a soft luster, giving it an appearance of immense warmth.

Staring at the qipao and fur shawl before her, Elaine Hughes was stunned.

With a shocked expression, she asked Robert Lancaster, "Where... where did all this come from? How could our family possibly have the spare money for this stuff right now!"

Hearing this, Robert Lancaster lowered his gaze slightly. He didn’t answer Elaine’s question, simply saying in a deep voice, "There’s a party at The Nimbus Hotel tomorrow. Get yourself dressed up nicely and come with me."

"A party?" Elaine was even more surprised now.

Ever since the Lancaster family went bankrupt and was pushed out of high society, they no longer had the status to attend such gatherings.

Elaine couldn’t even remember the last time she had attended a party!

Elaine’s expression was a mixture of delight and shock. She pressed on, "What kind of party is it? Why would they suddenly invite us?"

Robert knew Elaine would press for details, so he delivered his prepared lines. "It’s just a corporate-sponsored gathering... An old friend of mine heard our family has fallen on hard times and offered to help us through this rough patch..."

"We’re going tomorrow to meet him and reconnect... Anyway, just get yourself ready. Use all those lotions and potions in your little bottles and jars. Dress up nicely. Don’t let people laugh at us."

In truth, Robert was a little worried. The Elaine of today was not the same woman from before the disaster.

Before the disaster, Elaine had been a top-tier client at cosmetic clinics, undergoing several procedures each month and getting weekly body treatments that cost tens of thousands. She was pampered from the tips of her hair to the heels of her feet, with barely a trace of age on her face.

But after the disaster, Elaine had lived a hard life. Not only did she look haggard, but fine lines had appeared at the corners of her eyes, and there were even faint streaks of gray in her hair...

Robert was worried. He wasn’t sure if Bernard Simmons would still be interested after seeing Elaine in this state...

If Bernard wasn’t satisfied with Elaine, would he still make good on the supplies and house he’d promised the Lancaster family?

The thought made Robert’s brow furrow slightly. He urged Elaine again, "Have Sylvia figure out a way to buy some hair dye, and dye your hair! You have to look your absolute best this time. We can’t have people thinking the Lancasters don’t show respect!"

Hearing this, Elaine was momentarily confused—she couldn’t figure out what dyeing her hair had to do with showing respect.

But she still nodded and said with a smile, "I know. Don’t you worry, darling. I’ll get all dressed up. I won’t embarrass you!"

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