Carolyn seethed with resentment. Being forced to say things she didn't mean felt like being put on public display—utterly humiliating. "Dad, it would be wonderful if my sister came back. If that's what she wants, I'll move out right away," Carolyn said, forcing a strained smile. "I'll have the maid help me pack my things now!" After shooting Monique a meaningful glance, Carolyn hurried upstairs. Monique watched her daughter disappear up the staircase before approaching Scott and taking his hand. "Honey, what's this celebration you were talking about earlier?" "It's the company's major event. With Lewis Group now partnering with Cosmos Group, we've made waves across the national business scene. Everyone's watching us now," Scott explained, squeezing her hand in return. "The celebration is in three days. I want you by my side, Monique—and Carolyn too. The whole family should be there." "Of course!" Monique replied with a gentle nod and smile. "Chloe has agreed to come, and Lawrence will be attending as well. This event will be another milestone for Lewis Group," Scott said, his excitement growing as he unconsciously tightened his grip on Monique's hand. Monique's expression darkened briefly. She let out a soft hum and withdrew her hand. "Monique?" Scott noticed her reaction. "Darling, I'm really looking forward to the celebration too. I'll go upstairs and share the good news with Carolyn. I'll also contact the staff to come over later—we'll need formal attire for such an important event. And you should have a brand new custom-tailored suit," Monique said sweetly, stepping forward to adjust his tie. "You're always so thoughtful. I'll leave the preparations to you," Scott said absentmindedly, already caught up in the anticipation of the upcoming celebration. As Monique ascended the stairs, Scott felt a wave of satisfaction. He truly wished for nothing more than family harmony. If Chloe could return and reconcile with him, it would be his greatest fulfillment as a father. He carried so much regret when it came to Chloe. He wanted to make it up to her—so much so that he was considering having her officially take over Lewis Group someday. The fact that she'd secured fifty billion in cooperation funds so effortlessly was something he could never have achieved himself. That girl had remarkable potential. Chloe already held 30% of Lewis Group shares, and he owned another 20%. If the family could truly come together, he planned to transfer his shares to both Carolyn and Chloe. Though Carolyn could be impulsive, she was still his daughter, and providing her with shares was the least he could do. Upstairs in the bedroom, Carolyn was already throwing a fit the moment Monique entered. "Why should I be the one to move out? How dare that woman show her face here again? She's the one who cut ties with us! Why is Dad begging her to come back? It makes me sick!" "Keep your voice down! Do you want Scott to hear you?" Monique quickly moved to stop Carolyn's outburst. "Mom, are you taking Chloe's side too? Whose your daughter?" Carolyn fumed, nearly exploding with anger. "Making me move out of my bedroom? Why? Everything here should be mine! Why should some estranged daughter who walked away from this family come back and act all high and mighty?" "Don't be foolish," Monique scolded sharply. Before Carolyn could retort, she pulled her down to sit on the bed. "Just listen..." Monique explained their plan regarding the celebration in three days. This was exactly what they had been waiting for—they just hadn't expected the opportunity to arrive so soon. "Mom, you mean we can finally put our plan into action?" Carolyn's anger transformed into excitement. "If that bitch Chloe dares to show up at the celebration, we'll make sure she becomes the laughingstock of everyone!" "We'll make sure that little witch is driven out of Lewis Group and Capaville for good—never to return," Monique said with a smug expression. "Heh, once she's out of Lewis Group, she would never have the nerve to come back," Carolyn sneered, already imagining how satisfying it would feel to have Chloe completely under her thumb. Three days suddenly felt unbearably long. She could hardly wait. Carolyn and her mother weren't the only ones anticipating the celebration. Melinda was growing equally impatient. When Melinda saw the dress that arrived in the delivery box, her eyes lit up with surprise and anticipation.