Chapter 1379


    Carme hung up the phone and got up to head downstairs.


    As soon as she set foot on the stairs, she heard Simone’s excited voice.


    “Carme, I’ve invited some friends to celebrate with you. Where do you want to go tonight?”


    Carme chuckled. Simone had finally realized her importance, hence this sudden change of attitude.


    Hiding her dissatisfaction and disdain behind a sweet smile, Carme approached Simone. “You


    decide. I’m cool with anything.”


    Simone hugged Carme tightly, eyes full of affection. “Carme, you’re the best. Let’s see who dares


    to talk smack now!”


    “I told you. I won’t let you down,” Carme said, batting her eyshes.


    “My good girl!” Simone was overjoyed.


    Bet pondered for a moment, then suggested, “We have guests today, and it’s such a big


    celebration. Why don’t we use this opportunity to invite Estelle back? We can all celebrate together and


    maybe iron out some differences.”


    Simone’s face fell instantly. “Is that necessary? This has nothing to do with Estelle.”


    Carme’s eyes sparkled as she said, “Mom, don’t be mad. Dad just wants Estelle to join our


    gathering. I think it’s a good idea.”


    “What’s so good about it?” Simone sneered. “You’re always thinking of her, but does she ever consider


    you? She’d love nothing more than to see you fall.” Bet said sternly, “Don’t say such things in front


    of Carme.”


    “Anyway, I disagree with inviting Estelle back. And I’ve invited guests today. How am I supposed to


    introduce Estelle to Mrs. Lee and Mrs. Xenia when we’ve never acknowledged her publicly before?”


    Bet quickly said. “This could be a good opportunity to publicly acknowledge Estelle.”


    “How is that fair to Carme? You want everyone to know Carme is not our biological child?” Simone


    mocked.


    Carme lowered her head and said, “If it’s for Estelle toe home, I don’t mind. Don’t worry about


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    me!”


    “Absolutely not!” Simone tly refused. Today’s celebration is for you. If we acknowledge Estelle


    publicly, it’ll steal your thunder. I will not allow it.”


    Bet realized it probably wasn’t the best time and quickly backtracked, “I was just suggesting. If


    you’re against it, let’s drop it. We don’t want to ruin the mood.”


    “If you know Estelle will ruin the mood, then don’t ever bring her up!” Simone said, her face full of


    resentment.


    Bet quickly tried to make peace. “Alright, it’s my fault. If you don’t mention Estelle, I promise not


    to!”


    Carme quickly changed the subject. “I have something to discuss with you.”


    “What is it?” Simone instantly softened and held Carme’s hand.


    “Well, a friend of mine has a brother named Victor. He just graduated and didn’t want to work in his


    family’spany. He’s been bumming around, and my friend hopes I can help him get some


    experience in the Macin family’spany. Dad, are you cool with that?” Carme looked sweetly at


    Bet. Bet warmly replied, “That’s no biggie. What did he study, and what kind of work does he


    want to do?”


    “I think he studied marketing management. Why not let him work in the procurement department?


    That’s where he can really hone his skills,” Carme suggested


    “We’re not short on staff in procurement, but since he’s your friend’s brother, I can arrange a spot for


    him,” Bet said with a smile. Let hime see me at the office on Wednesday”


    “You do not need to go out of your way for such a small matter. I’ll have Victor go directly to the


    procurement manager for guidance, Carme said.


    “Alright, tell thepany it’s my decision. The procurement manager can guide him without any


    worries,” Bet agreed readily, in high spirits.


    “Okay, thanks”


    “We’re family, no need to be formal,” Bet said in a friendly manner.


    Carme breathed a sigh of relief Her eyes sparkled, and her smile grew even sweeter