The Manor Hall was already filled with people.
Aside from Bache Arthur and Lily Chaplin, Bache’s two sons, Caleb Arthur and Anson Arthur, as well as the others of the Arthur family were present.
Everyone was chatting and smiling.
Bache Arthur’s younger brother Anstice Arthur laughed and said, "Big Brother, as long as we can ally with Austin City’s number one family, the Skinner Family, our Arthur family will rise to new heights!"
Bache Arthur’s second brother Andie Arthur also laughed and said, "Austin City’s Skinner Family is all thanks to Sister-in-law’s connection. If our Arthur family can become in-laws with the Skinner family, Sister-in-law’s contribution is indispensable!"
"Yes, yes, it is Sister-in-law’s foresight. As long as we can become in-laws with the Skinner family, no other family in Fragrance River will be able to shake our position!"
"It is our Arthur family’s fortune to have such a strong woman as Sister-in-law!"
"Sister-in-law, you have to take care of us in the future!"
The Arthur family members were full of praise for Lily Chaplin.
However, Lily Chaplin seemed a little distracted.
No one had called her until now.
She didn’t know if those four guys and Camilla Greiner had found them yet.
"Lily, what are you thinking about?"
Bache Arthur nudged Lily Chaplin.
"Oh, no, it’s nothing."
Lily Chaplin smiled and waved her hand, saying: "To be honest, I didn’t do much. I just happened to meet Mrs. Skinner.
As for whether today’s matter can be successful, it depends on whether the Skinner family is satisfied with Betty."
Anstice Arthur waved his hand and said, "What’s there to be unsatisfied about?
That kid Betty, I’ve seen her too, her figure and appearance are simply impeccable.
Moreover, Betty has a great temperament, much better than other wealthy young ladies."
Andie Arthur chimed in, "That’s right, the Skinner family in Austin City will definitely like Betty."
Bache Arthur sighed and said, "It still depends on whether Betty is willing or not. If she’s not willing, we cannot force her.
After all, I’ve already owed her a lot."
Lily Chaplin suddenly became displeased, "Bache, what are you talking about?
Is marrying Betty into the Skinner family harming her?
The Skinner family is the number one family in Austin City, with assets even above ours!
If Betty could become Mrs. Skinner, that would be the fortune she has cultivated for several lifetimes!
And, you are Betty’s father, and you should naturally make decisions for her in her marriage!"
Andie Arthur also said, "Yes, Big Brother, we are not letting Betty marry just anyone, we are letting her marry the Second Young Master of the Skinner family in Austin City, what’s not good about that?"
Bache Arthur said: "Let’s wait until Betty meets the Second Young Master of the Skinner family.
If she likes the Second Young Master, then naturally there’s nothing to say, everyone’s happy.
But if she doesn’t, we still have to respect the child’s opinion."
Lily Chaplin said sharply, "Absolutely not! As long as the Second Young Master of the Skinner family likes Betty, she must marry him, even if she doesn’t want to!
This is crucial for our Arthur family to rise to a higher level!
Don’t you want the Skinner family to get better and better?"
Bache Arthur frowned and said, "Lily, of course I want the Skinner family to get better and better, but I can’t sacrifice Betty’s happiness as a price, can I?"
"How is it sacrificing Betty’s happiness?"
Lily Chaplin became even more displeased, "Is marrying Betty to the Second Young Master of the Skinner family treating her unfairly?
It took our Arthur family so many years to finally rise up!
Do you want to see that day when we are suppressed by other families?"
Hearing this, Bache Arthur became silent.
Footsteps came from outside the door.
The woman was dressed in a plain white long skirt today, with her long hair tied up behind her head. Although her attire was simple, it added to her elegance and intellect. She looked graceful and confident.
"Good morning, Sister Betty!"
"Betty, you look so beautiful today!"
The people in the Arthur family greeted Julie Stewart, their faces full of friendly smiles.
Julie looked puzzled.
Ever since she came to the Arthur family, they had been cold and dismissive towards her.
She knew very well that they were afraid she would try to take their inheritance.
If it weren’t for her mother, she would have returned to River City long ago.
Julie nodded to the Arthur family members, offering them a response.
Then she turned to Bache Arthur and asked, "Dad, why did you call me here?"
Bache Arthur raised his hand and said, "Betty, take a seat first."
Julie didn’t think much about it and sat down.
Bache said, "Betty, I have invited the couple and the second young master of the Skinner family from Austin City to be our guests."
The Second Young Master Skinner is not only good-looking and talented but also has built his own empire at a young age, with a personal net worth of over 1 billion.
That’s why I want you to meet the second young master, get to know each other and try to get along..."
Julie’s face turned cold and she said, "So you want me to marry into the Skinner family?"
Bache Arthur laughed dryly and nodded his head.
Julie shook her head and said, "That’s impossible. I already have someone I care for."
Someone you care for?!"
Bache Arthur was taken aback, "Who?!"
Julie spat out two words.
Bache Arthur was shocked, then frowned and said, "Isn’t Mr. Yeager already engaged to Julia Stewart? How could you fall for him?!
Julie retorted sarcastically, "Why can’t I like him?
Don’t you also have two women?"
Bache Arthur was left speechless.
Lily Chaplin jumped in, trying to persuade Julie with all her heart, "Betty, what’s so good about that Lionel kid?
Isn’t he just the president of a charity foundation? And, a net worth of 1 billion? How can he compare to Second Young Master Skinner?
Moreover, that kid’s character is extremely poor. Relying on his medical skills, he brags about being able to cure patients in a vegetative state. Isn’t that a joke?
Auntie has been through it all, I know how important marriage is to a woman.
If you choose the right person, you’ll have a comfortable life in the future.
If you choose the wrong person, your future days will surely be miserable.
So, listen to your aunt, and choose Second Young Master Skinner."
Julie replied indifferently, "Aunt Chaplin, you are not my mother. Who are you to decide for me?"
Initially, she had a lot of respect for Lily Chaplin.
But yesterday, Lily Chaplin slandered Lionel Yeager, which completely destroyed any goodwill Julie had for her.
As a result, she no longer cared to be polite to her.
Lily Chaplin’s eyes turned red and she said, "Bache, listen, Betty says I’m not her mom!"
Bache Arthur said solemnly, "Betty, even though Aunt Chaplin is not your real mother, she’s still like a stepmother to you. You should be respectful to her."
Julie replied assertively, "I don’t see her as my mom, so she has no say in my affairs!"
Lily Chaplin began to cry, "Bache, I only have her best interests at heart, but she won’t appreciate it at all!
I’ve done so much for the Arthur family, working tirelessly, and now your daughter is treating me !"