The Return of the War Legate by Celestial Clouds novel Chapter 13

Meanwhile, at the Cowells’.

The Cowells used to be an affluent family in Swallowston. But after John passed away, Violet took over the family affairs and caused the family to go from an upstanding family to a low-class one.

Violet Barker was an arrogant, self-centered woman who loved to look down on people. Clara and Francis were her favorite grandchildren, but she loathed Samantha.

There was a family meeting underway at the Cowell’s. Violet was hosting in the living room.

Samantha’s eldest uncle, Nathan Cowell, her second uncle, Hugo Cowell, Hugo’s son, Francis Cowell, and many other family members were in attendance.

Clara was there with a swollen face. The reason for the meeting was to discuss Swallow Central.

Violet said, “I just got word that Swallow Central will start letting companies bid for a spot in a week. The legate will be there to chair the investment conference. They’ve already sent out invitations. Do any of you have any idea how to get an invite for the family?”

Even though Violet was old, she was daft.

Swallow Central was set to be the most happening place in Swallowston and where all the businesses and trades will happen. If the Cowell Group owned by Cowells wanted to expand, they needed to secure a spot there.

After she asked the question, everyone looked at each other.

“Mother, we’re only a small company. I don’t think Swallow Central’s management will consider us. It won’t be easy to get an invitation.” Nathan sighed.

Then, Hugo spoke up, “That’s right. I heard that the legate will be personally managing Swallow Central. All the big corporations want a spot there. There’s no way we’re getting in.”

When Violet heard what her sons said, she lost her temper. As she was about to speak, Samantha and Adrian walked in carrying a bunch of gifts.

“Grandmother, Adrian and I have come to visit,” Samantha said.

Everyone looked over when they walked in and started cursing them.

“You useless pricks! How dare you step foot in this place! Never mind that you took over Bailar, but you even beat up Simon and Clara?!” Nathan's face was red with anger.

“How could you come here, you piece of trash?”

“Samantha, you’re no better. Some so many wealthy men are lining up to marry you but you chose to stick with this useless man?”

Hugo, Francis, and Clara started insulting the pair.

Violet frowned as she looked at Adrian in disgust.

After hearing what everyone said, Samantha spoke. “Grandmother, here are some gifts that Adrian got for you. Uncle Nathan, here’s yours. Uncle Hugo, you get one too.”

She started handing out the first few gifts.

“Gifts from trash will just make our home dirty. Throw them away!” Violet said without looking at the boxes’ contents.

“Yes, Grandmother.” Samantha’s cousin Francis took all the gifts, threw them to the ground, and proceeded to stomp on them.

Adrian was angry, but Samantha grabbed his hand and motioned for him to stay quiet. She did not say anything because she had expected this.