James casually sipped his wine, disdain underlying his eyes. Christopher always loved to be a
smartass, but he doesnât understand that he canât do things in excess. Yes, he could please Bella, but
he didnât know he had offended Dad. In the Iverson Group, Dad still has the final say.â
Charles sneered. âHmph, let him continue simping! He will eventually end up with nothing!â
Indeed, Lanceâs expression darkened at this moment. His jaw was tense as he glanced toward
Christopher.
When he saw Sophie, his eyes widened, and his mouth twitched!
The emcee pushed Christopherâs gift onto the stage with a cart, carrying with it everyoneâs attention.
Celeste looked at Wyatt hesitantly. âShould we uncover it? Itâs a little token from Christopher.â
Wyatt had his arm around Celesteâs thin waist as they unveiled the red cloth covering the gift.
Instantly, Wyattâs expression changed. He raised his eyes and discreetly glanced in Christopherâs
direction.
The guests also gasped in admiration when they saw the gift, almost comparable to the shock they felt
when they saw the dress Sharon designed.
Bellaâs brows furrowed, feeling surprised.
She thought, âThis is a 17th-century porcelain vase made by the Royal
Pottery. This antique could easily be treasured in the national museum, and it would start at a minimum
of $30 million at an auction!â
Christopher presented such an extravagant gift to Celeste on her birthday, and its value was even
higher than Lanceâs gift. Thus, he was embarrassing his father on purpose.
Christopher had no deep connection with Celeste. They had merely met a few times. There was no
need to go to such lengths. Instead of being Celesteâs gift, it was more like an attempt to please Wyatt
with this opportunity.
As she thought about this, Bella pursed her lips and shook her head lightly.
When her gaze swept to the right, she was suddenly stunned. At some point, Justin disappeared.
Bellaâs heart skipped a beat. She immediately looked around esearching for that lean and strong figure.
MâMadam Celeste.â
At At this moment, Christopher walked to the stage and bowed po
Ththen he said gently, with a humble smile, âThis is a gift from 17th-century porcelain vase carefully
crafted by the Royal Pottery wishish long-lasting joy and laughter upon you and Chairman
Thehompson.â
Celasies we was stunned for a moment. âThank you, Mr. Iverson. This gift s tooqu prenious. I
appreciate your thought.â
âIt is indeed too precious. I would have thought it was my birthday instead!â Wyatt teased half-jokingly.
Christopher adjusted his glasses as a glint of darkness flashed across his eyes.
â17th century!â
âThis is a priceless antique!â
âChristopher never showed himself in public at the Iverson familyâs events before, but he made his first
appearance tonight with such a grand gesture. How impressive!â
âBut his gift was $1 million more expensive than Chairman Iverson. Is this appropriate?â
It was not!
Lance Iversonâs face had turned green.
However, they did not know that this seemingly inappropriate gesture was actually intentional.
This was just the beginning. The Iverson family members had more uncomfortable days to come.
At this moment, the emcee shouted, âThe next gift is from Mr. Justin Salvador, the president of the
Salvador Corporation!â