CHAPTER 101: MATTERS OF STATUS

Two hours later, Benjamin was still staring at the invitation. A lot of questions raced through his mind, but on top of it was him seeing for himself George’s reaction to it all. But so far, George schooled his expression to give nothing away, making Benjamin grow more. Relaxing more on his very expensive office chair, he flipped the invitation over in his hands numerous times, still feeling bewildered by the unexpected development. It was unusual enough that the Garcia family was organizing a birthday party, but for it to be for their elusive daughter made it even more curious. "Hadn't there been talk that the Garcia family was planning to hand over all their assets to the youngest daughter? The grand scale of this birthday party must be related to that," he pondered aloud. "Ahh. I'm still in shock as you are, Benjamin." Was George's reply. Benjamin fought the urge to roll his eyes at his friend. The same Lauretta whom he had discarded turned out to be something else as the day went