Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 327

The day of the listing of Apex and Ubisoft, the weather was surprisingly perfect.

Clear skies, gentle wind, not a cloud in sight.

Eliza ascended the high platform of the stock exchange under the gaze of the crowd, the spotlight focused entirely on her, as if she were bath

in light.

Below her, the media packed the area, cameras and microphones pointed at her.

Flashes of light went off in a continuous stream, like a sea of stars crowning her.

“Ms. Grant, with Apex’s market valuation surpassing five hundred billion on its first day of listing, how do you feel?” one reporter asked loud

Eliza remained composed, her voice clear and powerful as she responded, “This is just the beginning.”

Her simple words echoed through the microphone and filled the hall, carrying an undeniable sense of authority.

For a moment, the room fell into complete silence, followed by thunderous applause.

This was Eliza.

She picked up the golden gavel, the symbol of power, her movement decisive and without hesitation.

“Bang-!”

The clear sound of the gavel ringing out reverberated through the air, signaling the start of a new chapter.

Congratulations flooded in.

Eliza couldn’t reply to all of them, so she posted a thank–you message on her social media, announcing that she would be hosting a thank you party and banquet in Washington in ten days, inviting all friends to join.

After posting the message, she muted her phone.

She had other things to do today.

The car drove to the hotel, and Ottilie was already waiting at the door.

Eliza stepped out of the car and climbed the steps. “Didn’t I tell you to wait in your room?”

Ottilie smiled and said, “I just came down, and I haven’t been waiting for long. Besides, I have Sadie with me?”

Sadie, somewhat helpless, added. “Auntie can’t sit sti in the room, so I just accompanied her for a walk to get some fresh air.”

Eliza, knowing her mother’s personality, could only express het gratitude to Sadie.

Sadie didn’t mind at all, glancing at her watch and reminding them it was time to leave.

After picking up Ottilie, they went straight to the Vega family’s estate

They were there to pick up Ophelia

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To their surprise, Vega was also there waiting by the door.

He should have been at the company at this time.

When Ophelia saw Eliza, she happily ran toward her.

Eliza got out of the car, took Ophelia’s hand, and greeted Vega. “I’ll take care of Ophelia for these three days.”

Vega trusted Eliza, but for safety reasons, he had assigned four bodyguards and a driver to accompany her at all times.

He explained that this was for Ophelia’s protection.

Eliza had no reason to refuse and accepted his arrangement.

She had no other plans–she just wanted to spend three days showing Ottilie and Ophelia around G City.

Though it was their first time meeting, Ottilie and Ophelia hit it off right away, and Ottilie couldn’t help but mention Eliza’s childhood.

She said Eliza was very smart when she was little, and she never had to worry about her studies.

Ophelia, who was usually quiet, gradually smiled more and became more willing to speak when with Ottilie.

Though she still spoke less than most, she was already much better than before.

As they talked about Eliza’s childhood, Ophelia curiously asked, “What about the beautiful sister’s dad?”

Ophelia had always assumed Eliza came from a complete family, with loving parents, so she asked out of curiosity.

Ottilie paused for a moment, then smiled and said, “Her dad went to a very far place.”

Ophelia’s smile faltered, and she quietly asked, “Did he pass away?”

Neither Ottilie nor Eliza expected Ophelia to guess the truth.

Ophelia explained, her voice tinged with sadness, “I know what death means. Just like how they told me my mother went to a far place, but, I know she passed away and will never come back, never visit Ophelia again.”

Ottilie immediately hugged Ophelia tightly, comforting her.

Flize gently stroked Ophelia’s hair.

They visited some of the more famous plates in G City.

nille was so happy, taking many photos and constantly asking Eliza to pase with bei

“Just take the pictures yourself i don bike being in platos

“You said you’d listen to me today. tatille teased hei

Eliza had no response to that

Indeed

Today wet her binluday,

But it was also the day of her mothers hard labor

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Though Ottilie had never mentioned it before, Eliza knew that every year, Ottilie tried her best to give her the best gifts and the best comp

on this day.

Now that Eliza had grown up and was able to do more for her, she wanted to repay her mother’s unconditional love.

So, Eliza complied and posed for pictures with Ottilie.

But Kayn’s photography skills weren’t the best, so Ophelia volunteered to take over the responsibility.

They had a great time that day.

Dinner was at a restaurant with the best view in G City, which Sadie had booked in advance.

It offered a panoramic view of both the city and Victoria Harbor.

Their seats were the best in the house, with the most scenic view.

After sitting down, Ottilie continued to take pictures of Eliza.

Eliza cooperated.

Once she finished taking the pictures, the food and cake arrived.

Ophelia curiously asked, “Is today your birthday, sister?”

“Yes, it is.” Ottilie smiled, patting Ophelia’s head. “Remember to wish her a happy birthday later.”

Ophelia nodded earnestly.

Ottilie lit the candles on the cake, muttering, “In the blink of an eye, you’re 26, and in four years, you’ll be 30. Time flies, huh? I remember wh you used to wear pigtails.”

After her mumbling, she urged Eliza, “Make a wish.”

Ophelia stared at the cake, her eyes reddening.

Eliza asked her what was wrong.

Ophelia pursed her lips, saying, “I don’t know when my birthday is. I never celebrated my birthday at the orphanage

Flizar’s heart tightened, and she gently patted Ophelia’s head. From now on, we’ll celebrate your bushday together. My birthday will be your birthday too

“Is that okay?”

“Of course!” Olle answered for Eliza.

Ophelia smiled through her tears Then can i make a wish toat

“Of course Eliza replied

“You can make three wishes now, but don’t say that out loud, or they won’t come true.”

Ophelia earnestly made her wishes in her heart

“I wish that my sirler could be my mum

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Eliza made her wish too.

This year, her wishes were simple.

She wished for her mother’s health and long life.

She wished for her own desires to be fulfilled.

As they blew out the candles together, fireworks erupted outside.

The light was so bright that it lit up the entire the harbor like daylight.

Eliza was surprised to see the fireworks again.

But this time, the display was grander than any she had seen before.

She couldn’t tell if it was celebrating something or if some rich CEO was proposing to his loved one with money and sincerity.

Regardless, it was quite romantic.

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