As Nancy spoke, she quickly shut the brocade box and pushed it back toward Arthur. Spencer immediately followed, "That’s right, Arthur. As long as you love and cherish Ashley, that’s already the greatest gift you could give us. Don’t be so formal—just come visit us whenever you can, and we’ll be more than happy." Arthur felt a bit awkward under their warm words. Situations like this weren’t something he had much experience with. But despite his slight embarrassment, his voice remained steady. "Mr. Gibson, Madam Nancy, Ashley deserves the absolute best this world has to offer. I had to come here in a hurry, so I didn’t have time to prepare something more thoughtful—I hope you won’t laugh at me for it." Ashley blinked in shock. He just said… I deserve the best in the world. Spencer and Nancy were equally caught off guard. After a brief moment of surprise, a deep sense of joy rose from within them. This is wonderful… absolutely wonderful. Spencer and Nancy exchanged a glance, and in each other’s eyes, they saw nothing but pure happiness and satisfaction. A son-in-law like Arthur—he was beyond anything they had ever dared to hope for. Ashley’s cheeks flushed red, but her wide eyes sparkled, brimming with happiness and warmth. Arthur gently pushed the brocade box forward again. "Mr. Gibson, Madam Nancy, this is just a small token of my appreciation. I hope you won’t reject it." Truthfully, both Spencer and Nancy adored the jade ornaments. But they had hesitated because the gift was far too valuable. However, hearing Arthur’s sincerity, they finally let go of their reservations. So be it… if he ever needs our help in the future, we’ll be there for him. That’s how family relationships grow—through care, support, and giving back to each other. After leaving the Gibson family, Arthur didn’t immediately return to South City. Seacity was in a phase of rapid expansion, and many properties were on the verge of skyrocketing in value. This was an opportunity he couldn’t afford to miss. And it wasn’t just real estate—antiques were another goldmine waiting to be uncovered.For several days, Arthur moved between different auction houses, quickly making a name for himself in high-end circles. The properties and antiques he acquired ranged in price, some cheap, some expensive, but in total, his investments had already exceeded a billion dollars. Speculation ran wild. Who exactly is Arthur? Even the wealthiest families couldn’t casually spend that kind of money. If not for temporary liquidity constraints, Arthur would have bought even more. But that didn’t bother him. His wealth was growing constantly, and new opportunities were always emerging. He also had plenty of assets that could be converted into cash at a moment’s notice. His primary focus remained on investing in industries that would dominate the future—long-term plays that would ensure sustained success. Meanwhile, under Stanley’s careful execution, Arthur’s planned investments were progressing steadily. If everything continued on track, Arthur would rank among Lioran’s top ten wealthiest individuals within a decade. But that was just the beginning. The pain of being bullied had left scars deep in his bones. He wanted to build a world where no one in Lioran would ever have to suffer from bullying again. And it wasn’t just bullying—there were countless injustices he wanted to correct. He had once been left out in the rain. Now, he wanted to be the one holding the umbrella for others. The road ahead was long, filled with obstacles, but he was ready to face them. Whether he would succeed or not was uncertain, but one thing was clear—he had already taken the first step. South City. Arthur and Ashley were back in their cozy little home. Today was the day SAT scores were released. Arthur had no doubts about his performance, but Ashley was feeling uneasy. The two of them had their hearts set on the same university—the most prestigious one in Lioran. Sitting together in front of the computer, they held their breath, waiting for the results to appear. Meanwhile, all across the country, thousands of students were doing the same thing—including the Gray family. Whether on laptops or phones, they all sat nervously, knowing that this moment could shape their future. Getting into a top university wasn’t a guaranteed ticket to success, but it was definitely a step in the right direction. Time crawled by, each second stretching endlessly. At last, the SAT scores were released! Ashley’s fingers trembled slightly as she held the mouse. Even though Arthur had drilled her on every possible question, even though she knew the material inside and out, she still couldn’t shake the fear. She was afraid she wouldn’t get into the same university as Arthur. Four years of college felt like an eternity. If they ended up at different schools, the distance and demanding coursework could make it hard to see each other. Ashley couldn’t guarantee that their relationship would stay as strong if they were always apart. Arthur, however, was completely at ease. With the memories of his previous life, he had known the exam questions beforehand. Before the SAT, he had carefully compiled the exact topics and trained both himself and Ashley with a laser-focused study plan. By the time they took the test, they had already mastered every question.