In just two short years, Cloudia Corporation skyrocketed to the top of South City’s business world. Even Gray Corporation had to acknowledge them as the dominant force. This kind of meteoric rise was practically a corporate miracle. Yet, despite their overwhelming presence, the world only knew Stanley as the face of Cloudia Corporation. Everyone assumed he was in charge. But rumors swirled that Stanley was not the true chairman. The real mastermind behind Cloudia Corporation remained a mystery. No one had ever seen him. He never attended banquets or public gatherings, and no invitation had ever successfully lured him out. Some whispers claimed that Cloudia Corporation’s true chairman also had the last name Gray. And now, another shocking rumor had emerged—Cloudia Corporation was preparing to expand into Evergrand City. If they succeeded, their market value would skyrocket far beyond their competitors, leaving them in the dust. This news sent the elites of South City into a frenzy. On the night of Arthur’s graduation ceremony, every major family in South City extended an invitation to Cloudia Corporation’s chairman, hoping to establish connections at a grand joint banquet. Their goal was simple—they wanted a chance to ride on Cloudia Corporation’s success, to form partnerships that would take them to new heights. When Stanley handed the invitation to Arthur, Arthur finally showed some interest. Because this time, Ashley would be attending too. South High’s graduation ceremony was a grand affair. Ashley had also turned eighteen. With adulthood, her beauty had only grown more dazzling. Tonight, she wore a fiery red backless gown that hugged every curve of her flawless figure. Her chestnut-colored curls cascaded down her back, shimmering like silk under the lights. The bold red dress exuded confidence and allure, yet her face still carried a trace of youthful innocence. The combination was lethal. When Ashley stepped in front of Arthur, he completely froze.I really hit the jackpot. His blatant staring made Ashley’s face flush. Even after two years together, she still got embarrassed so easily. Arthur, too, had undergone a transformation. He wore a tailored suit, a high-end custom design that Stanley had gotten for him. The fabric was understated yet luxurious, perfectly complementing his now-taller frame and the sharp maturity in his features. Standing next to Ashley, they were a perfect pair—stunningly handsome and breathtakingly beautiful, as if they had been made for each other. Arthur no longer had to wear those faded, ill-fitting clothes anymore. Stanley was more than just his subordinate—he was practically his caretaker. Stanley had no children of his own, and knowing how badly Arthur had been treated by the Gray family, he had spent the past two years looking after him like a father would. Even with his busy schedule, Stanley always made time to ensure Arthur had everything he needed. Most of the clothes Arthur wore, the things he used—aside from a few gifts from Ashley—were all provided by Stanley. Ever since Arthur had saved Stanley’s mother, allowing her to receive life-saving treatment, Stanley had truly treated Arthur as his own son. The graduation ceremony was lively, with students from the entire class in attendance. And with the upcoming elite banquet that night, the conversations among the wealthy heirs became even more heated. Because the event was so important to South City’s elite, the school had even rescheduled the graduation ceremony to avoid overlapping with the banquet. For these newly minted adults, this was more than just a party—it was an opportunity. A chance to make connections, to step into high society. Not just students—even teachers and school officials would be attending. As the ceremony buzzed with talk about Cloudia Corporation’s chairman, another topic also took center stage—the two most beautiful girls at South High. The mere mention of their names stirred excitement."I wonder what Tia will wear tonight? She’s so gorgeous—she’ll look stunning no matter what!" "She’s the school’s number one beauty, of course she’ll look amazing." "She and Mr. Zac are a perfect match. A true power couple." "I can’t wait to see them together!" Someone then brought up Ashley. "What about Ashley? What do you think she’ll wear tonight?" "Her? With her personality, I doubt she’ll wear anything fancy." "I still don’t get why she’s with Arthur. He’s just some poor loser the Gray family threw away." "Exactly! She’s a campus beauty—being with him is like pearls cast before swine!" Right in the middle of their gossip, the host’s voice suddenly rang out loud and clear.