SWNOVELS Chapter 486-490
486 Chapter 486: The Campbell Family in Lokio
Caleb Mamet gently hooked the corner of his mouth, winking at Sean Price.
Sean Price immediately understood, went outside, and made a call, “Mr. Sullivan, yes… The president will take Mrs. Sullivan there later.”
“Thank you, Mr. Sullivan. Mrs. Sullivan will be very happy when she finds out about the surprise you’ve prepared for her!”
The shops registered under Xaviera Evans’s mother were originally affiliated with the Evans Group, but now they’ve all been reclaimed. Xaviera directly changed the headquarters to ‘Nina, as only her mother’s name could match these shops.
In the future, she would be the boss of these shops; how could she not go and take a look?
Xenia Jaak arrived early to congratulate Xaviera, handing her a small gift box, “This is a congratulatory gift, just a small token of my appreciation.”
Xaviera smiled, took the gift, and held Xenia’s hand as they entered the mall together.
Unexpectedly, the usually bustling mall was now very quiet. Although there were reception staff at the entrance of the shops, there wasn’t a single customer in sight.
Xaviera looked around in confusion. The names of the shops had been changed, and there were new products and promotional discounts. How could there be no customers?
She approached a shop surrounded by b*dyguards who were not allowing anyone near.
Caleb Mamet’s expression darkened, and Sean Price quickly said, “President, let me go check out the situation.”
Xaviera went to a shop guarded by dozens of b*dyguards, looking fierce and formidable, and the helpless customers could only leave.
After a while, Sean Price came back with a gloomy expression, “President, an offshoot Miss from the Campbell family has come. Her b*dyguards are blocking the entrance and not letting customers in.”
The Campbell family?
Xaviera felt like she had heard of this family before, but couldn’t remember what kind of family it was at the moment. It didn’t seem like there was any major household with the Campbell surname in Libanan.
An offshoot Miss coming to the mall required clearing the place out? This was outrageous.
Xenia Jaak sneered, “The Campbell family from Lokio? I’ve heard of them.”
Sean Price nodded, “Yes, the Campbell family from Lokio. I don’t know what’s happened to them recently; Mr. Campbell, Mrs. Campbell, and Miss Campbell all came to Libanan. I didn’t expect an offshoot Miss to come along”
Xenia rushed to the group of b*dyguards and angrily demanded, “Who gave you the guts to act wildly here? Get out of the way immediately!”
The b*dyguards lowered their heads and glanced at her, their expressions serious, “Our Miss is
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gracing this mall with her presence and will not be disturbed by anyone. So we are in charge of clearing the area.”
Xaviera saw several b*dyguards forcing customers out in the distance. Although the customers were unwilling, they dared not resist and could only leave dejectedly.
Xenia was instantly furious, “Our wealthy families in Libanan are no worse than yours in Lokio. What right do people from Lokio have to run wild on our turf? And I’ve heard the Campbell family is here to find someone. What’s an offshoot Miss coming along for?”
As Xaviera and the others approached, they were stopped by the b*dyguards.
The b*dyguards were incredibly arrogant, their eyes as if they were the most noble dogs in the world! “Our Miss is gracious enough to visit Libanan, it’s your honor. Don’t worry about her status; she’s highly favored in the Campbell family. You little hoodies can’t compare! Leave immediately! Otherwise, don’t blame us if you get hurt.”
Xaviera’s expression remained unchanged.
Sean Price’s face darkened, and he quickly contacted the person in charge of the mall.
Xenia, knowing that the shop belonged to Xaviera, mocked with a sneer, “So this is your shop, huh? You just kick people out when you say so! Is your Miss a fairy? Is that why she can’t be seen by anyone? If you block the entrance like this, who’s responsible for the losses?”
The b*dyguard’s face turned angry as he raised his fist to attack Xenia. Seeing this, Steve Price rushed over and kicked the attacker away. Turning back with a triumphant smile, he said, “President, am I handsome?”
Seeing one of their own being beaten, the other b*dyguards charged over aggressively. Steve Price calmly engaged them with a smile. Before long, they were all lying on the ground, wailing in pain.
So this is the extent of the Campbell family’s abilities? Pathetic!
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Xaviera Evans raised her eyebrows, she had never encountered such unreasonable behavior from a wealthy family, demanding to clear a shopping mall just for their young lady? An offshoot Miss from a strange city dared to be so arrogant?
At this moment, the manager came to the door, caught sight of Xaviera, and immediately greeted her joyfully, “Miss, you’re finally here!”
Xaviera looked at the crying b*dyguard on the ground and glanced at the store before asking, “Why are you the only one here?”
There should have been many employees in the store originally, but now only the store manager was left.
The manager glanced at the second floor with a helpless expression: “Miss Campbell is truly overbearing, she drove all the customers away and demanded the staff to serve her personally. Unfortunately, our business here in Lokio relies on the Campbell family, so I dare not offend Miss Campbell.”
Xaviera curled her l*ps, the Campbell family dared to be so rampant on her turf? Even if their family head comes today, she would make this Miss Campbell pay a heavy price!
Xaviera went into the store aggressively, ordering, “Go to those customers who were driven away, explain the situation to them, and appease their mood. Along with that, send them some gifts or discount cards, making sure they are satisfied.”
She then instructed another store employee, “You and the others throw these b*dyguards out and get ready to receive customers.”
Both of them nodded and followed Xaviera’s instructions.
Xaviera chuckled meaningfully, “I’d like to have a word with this honorable Miss Campbell!”
Xenia Jaak was furious, “Who does the Campbell family think they are? This is Libanan! She should ask who Xaviera’s husband is. That’s Mr. Caleb Mamet…”
Before she could finish speaking, a shrill female voice came from the second floor, “Who do you think you are! Our Campbell family is of the upper class, and you dare to insult us openly?”
Xaviera saw a woman come down from the second floor, wearing all designer labels and striding haughtily towards her.
A few staff members from the store followed her, each carrying several exquisite bags.
The store specialized in high–end women’s handbags, most of which were unique custom designs with steep prices. Even with Xenia’s abundant family wealth, she wouldn’t dare buy too many.
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But this Miss Campbell had directly ordered 18 high–end bags, which made Xenia’s eyes widen in shock. Was this person crazy?!
Little did she know that Xaviera was already smiling knowingly. Unable to understand why she was laughing, Xenia watched Xaviera gracefully greet the woman.
“Miss Campbell, hello, I’m a shareholder and the person in charge of this store.”
Sean Price whispered in Caleb Mamet’s ear, “The bags she’s holding are all around a million dollars each. Even someone from a wealthy family like Miss Joy would hesitate to buy a few of them. How could an offshoot Miss of the Campbell family afford so much money?”
The total cost of these bags was 20 million dollars!
Sean frowned, “If Miss Campbell can’t afford to pay, that would be embarrassing. Mr. Mamet, what do you think should be done?”
Caleb Mamet remained calm, “Since she’s decided to buy them, she must pay for them. If she can’t afford it, just send the bill directly to the Campbell family.”
He paused for a moment, a faint smile on his l*ps, “However, I’m afraid 20 million dollars won’t be enough.”
Sean was puzzled.
Caleb Mamet explained, “Mrs. Mamet always seeks revenge for the slightest grievance. Since Miss Campbell has disturbed her store, she will surely make her pay a hefty price. How could 20 million dollars be enough to appease her?”
Sean Price: “?” It seemed that Mr. Mamet was looking forward to his wife’s tactics!
With an amicable smile, Xaviera inquired, “Many new styles have arrived today. Which one does Miss Campbell like?”
Zoe Campbell looked at the polite Xaviera and nodded in satisfaction, “I like all of them, wrap them all
up!”
The employee promptly nodded, carefully packaging the expensive bags in high–quality fabrics, fearing the surfaces would be scratched.
Just as Zoe Campbell was about to turn and leave after all the bags were packed, the store manager
called her back.
“Miss Campbell, among the 18 bags you purchased, ten are new styles, seven are custom designs with an average price of around 1 million dollars, and the last is a limited edition, one–of–a–kind piece designed by Lohill with a price tag of 3,500,000 dollars.”
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“Miss Campbell, your total spending comes to 2,150,000 dollars, and there’s a promotion in our store that offers a discount for purchases over five million dollars. We’ll just round down the total to 2,100,000 dollars for you. Would you like to pay by card or…” 1
The store goes silent.
Zoe Campbell’s face darkens, her voice sharp: “20 million dollars?”
What the hell! Are these bags really worth that much?
The store manager’s face remains smiling: “It’s 2,100,000 dollars, Miss Campbell is from the Lokio Campbell family, I’m sure you can afford it. If you don’t have the money with you, someone can bring it to you, and you can wait here. We’ll prepare some coffee and pastries for you.”
Zoe’s face turns even more somber.
She snorts arrogantly, “What a load of crap! You’re asking me for 20 million dollars for these shitty bags? Do you take me for a fool?! This is a rip–off! Fine, I won’t argue with you! Let’s go!”
With that, she turns to leave.
Xaviera Evans stops her with an indifferent look, giving her an official smile, “Miss Campbell, our shop specializes in luxury items, made of the most precious materials. The prices are clearly marked on these bags. Perhaps you didn’t look closely. If… you feel that it’s unaffordable, you can return them.”
Zoe is only a daughter from an offshoot of the Campbell family. She finds it difficult to spend 20 million dollars all at once.
She yells in anger, “You guys are ripping me off!”
“Miss Campbell, you’re misunderstanding.” Xaviera blinks. “All the bags have prices clearly marked. If you find them expensive, you don’t have to buy them. We won’t insist. But as a Campbell daughter, if you want to take the bags without paying, how is that different from robbery?”
“Miss Campbell, you’ve accused me of ripping you off, but that’s slander. You had your b*dyguards clear the area, so our store could focus on serving you. Based on our usual sales volume, at least 3,000,000 dollars would have been earned during the time the area was cleared.”
“And because you drove away our customers, we need to compensate and appease them. That will also require some funds. The total amount for these would be more than 1,000,000 dollars.”
“I’ve taken on these two expenses and didn’t ask Miss Campbell to pay. Yet, you accuse me of ripping you off? If Miss Campbell really thinks so, I won’t put up with it any more. the
hope you’ll pay i Tosses!”
Xenia Jaak can’t help but laugh.
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The store manager quickly calculates the losses and then reports: “Miss, the losses incurred by the customers you drove away are roughly estimated to be 3,700,000 dollars. The compensation paid to customers in the form of discount cards and gifts is 1,300,000 dollars. In total, that’s exactly
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5,000,000 dollars. If we add the previous 2,100,000 dollars, it comes to 2,600,000 dollars”
“What? You’re asking for more money? Pay up, or I’ll see you in court!”
Zoe, furious, fumes at the numbers: “I am a Miss Campbell, but dare you stop me? It’s your honor to have me in your store!”
“If people learn that Miss Campbell favors your bags, they will definitely follow suit. I’m advertising for your store. Don’t be ungrateful, asking me for money. I think you’ve gone crazy with poverty!”
Zoe pushes Xaviera and strides towards the exit.
Xaviera’s eyes darken, “Since Miss Campbell is unwilling to pay, let’s call the police. If the news gets out, Miss Campbell will become infamous. The Campbell Company has invested in the development of a tourist project. If everyone knows Miss Campbell doesn’t pay for her things, I wonder if they would still patronize the Campbell Company?”
“You!” Zoe roars: “You dare disgrace the Campbell name! I… It’s your honor that I’m willing to take things from your store, but… You’re threatening me, are you? If I smash this damn store, will you believe me?”
“You dare threaten me? I’ll make you pay dearly!”
Xaviera looks helpless, “Alright then. If that’s the case, I’ll just have to seek help from the police. The bags you’ve taken are worth more than 20 million dollars. When this issue blows up, the Campbell family’s loss won’t be just over 20 million dollars. It could be 200 million dollars, or even more.”
Zoe’s face turns ugly, her teeth clenched.
Suddenly-
“Miss Evans, Zoe has been quite rude and ungrateful, I apologize on her behalf.”
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A gentle female voice came, and everyone looked towards the source.
Zoe Campbell’s face was full of joy, and she hurriedly went to greet her, “Anna!”
The newcomer was also wearing jewels, but her demeanor was several notches higher than Zoe’s. Every move she made revealed her status as a well–bred lady, held herself with poise and grace.
As soon as this woman appeared, it seemed as if she emitted light, announcing to everyone that she was the top noble lady.
Xaviera Evans glanced at the woman and immediately understood that she was Miss Campbell of the Campbell family, Anna Campbell.
Anna Campbell’s proud gaze landed on Xaviera, and then she showed a gentle smile: “Miss Evans, my sister has been spoiled by our family. She may have been out of line in her actions, but we, the Campbell family, are not in debt. Whatever the cost, there is no need for a discount. Just swipe the
card.”
Anna took a black card from her bag and handed it to Xaviera, “This card was given to me by my father, it has no limit, with 20 million dollars on it, which should be enough.”
After speaking, she turned her head to look at Zoe, “You can’t be so wilful next time.”
“Anna, I was wrong. Uncle is so good to you, he even gave you a black card. You are truly Miss Campbell of our family. The one who had fled abroad can’t compare with you…”
Suddenly she changed color, knowing that she had said something wrong, and hurriedly laughed awkwardly, “Anna, don’t worry, I mean only you are Miss Campbell, no one can be more noble than you.”
Anna’s expression remained unchanged, and she smiled lightly, “Hmm.”
She swiped the card, then left first, full of presence, clearly showing her noble Miss demeanor. Zoe immediately followed, and the b*dyguards trailed behind the two sisters.
Suddenly, Anna paused, and a trace of ruthlessness flashed in her eyes, but when she turned around, she still smiled gently, “Miss Evans, we’ll meet again!”
The b*dyguards then safeguarded Anna, who slowly disappeared in front of everyone.
Xenia Jaak sneered, “Miss Campbell of the Lokio Campbell family is really grand! Just going shopping in a mall requires dozens of b*dyguards, if you didn’t know better, you would think someone was trying to assassinate her! It’s ridiculous!”
“But this Anna Campbell is really not simple. She is a popular female star and the legitimate Miss of the Campbell family. No one in the entertainment industry dares to mess with her, and because of that, she has obtained many excellent resources.”
“It’s probably because she’s not only Miss Campbell but also a popular actress, that’s why she needs so many b*dyguards when she goes out!”
Sean Price frowned, “I always feel that this Miss deliberately cleared the mall. There was no need for
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such measures, it’s like she was putting on a show for someone to see.”
Putting on a show for who?
Xaviera was startled for a few seconds.
This noble–looking Miss Campbell was not as gentle as she seemed. She hid her true nature too deeply, making her even more dangerous. If she was not careful, she would fall into her trap. Xaviera did not like to speculate about others behind their backs, but she could clearly feel that this Miss Campbell had an inexplicable hostility towards her. Moreover, it seemed that she had not told the Campbell sisters that her name was Xaviera Evans, but Anna called her Miss Evans.
Strange!
After the store resumed normal operations, Xaviera decided to take a closer look at other shops, but Caleb Mamet stopped her, whispering: “Don’t leave yet, there’s a surprise for you.”
Xaviera looked up with a puzzled expression, and then heard a series of female screams.
“Ahhh! It’s Elijah Flack!”
“It’s the best actor winner Elijah Flack? Wasn’t it said that he left the entertainment industry and went abroad? Why is he appearing here? Is he coming back?!”
“Elijah Flack and his agent are here! What are they doing in the mall?”
“Check Elijah Flack’s Twitter. He said he came to the mall for an event today. Let’s go see Mr. Mcdreamy!”
Elijah Flack walked to the door of the ‘Nina‘ store, Xaviera’s frustrations instantly vanished as she excitedly rushed over, sweetly shouting: “Brother, you’re back!”
At this moment, Anna also heard the commotion over here, “Elijah Flack?”
She was silent for a while, her eyes narrowed, “Help me take a photo and post it on Twitter. Let everyone know that I and Elijah Flack are shopping in the same mall.”
Zoe was puzzled, “Anna, even though he is the best actor winner, but you…”
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“Elijah Flack is not only a best actor winner, but he is also the only son of the Flack family in the Imperial Capital.” Anna Campbell said with a meaningful smile, “I must fully demonstrate my worth, I want to let everyone know that I am the true Miss Campbell, only I can bring endless honor and benefits to the Campbell family.”
Zoe Campbell, not only is Anna’s sister, but she also serves as Anna’s assistant. She quickly took a few pictures, refined them a bit, and released them from Anna’s studio’s account, making sure to @ Anna’s personal account.
Zoe was confused, “What is Elijah Flack doing at the mall?”
Anna looked disdainful, snorted coldly, “Perhaps he couldn’t make it abroad, just happened to be invited to do an event at the mall, so he came back.”
It definitely can’t be for that person.
Anna’s gaze turned icy. She knew she couldn’t hide the truth for long. Therefore, she had to be fully prepared before the truth came out. Even when the truth is exposed, the Campbell family cannot do without her.
After all, she has been with her parents for so long, could she be outdone by a stranger?
It’s been a long time since Xaviera Evans saw her brother. She excitedly jumped about. Elijah Flack waved at everyone, calming the fans instantly.
Xaviera Evans didn’t get too close, she just stood aside and watched him. Her brother was the most stable of her multiple brothers, but eventually he entered the entertainment industry, which caught everyone by surprise.
Later, he gradually withdrew from the entertainment industry, took over the family business, and managed the Flack family’s business in an orderly manner.
He’s the only heir to the Flack family’s assets in the Imperial Capital, steady and seasoned, restrained, only showing a bit of a smile in front of the closest people.
“Wow! This mall is amazing! They managed to invite Elijah Flack?”
“Elijah Flack never participates in offline events. Sometimes he doesn’t even attend the movie premiere. I heard his background is quite formidable. He’s from a prestigious family, and when making movies, he never cares about the pay, only choosing the projects he likes. And no one can force him to do things he doesn’t want.”
“Now I’m really curious, who managed to get Elijah Flack to come!”
Standing on the stage, Elijah Flack’s detached voice came from the microphone. If you observe carefully, you can see that his gaze was always fixed on someone in the audience, gradually turning gentle.
“Today, I came back to my home country for someone important, hoping to send her my blessings on this special day.”
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Then Elijah Flack sang a melodious song. This song was written by a famous musician in Fenlon for his sister, and it is most suitable to sing for Xaviera Evans now.
His voice was deep, full of profound affection.
In fact, everyone knows that Elijah Flack’s voice is outstanding, but he never sings in public. Today, he set a precedent. Was it for his sister?
When the last note fell, under the protection of his assistant and b*dyguard, Elijah Flack exited the scene, the fans were still very excited, screaming and cheering
Xaviera Evans went to the backstage and took Elijah Flack to the Restroom on the second floor, “Brother, how is everything abroad? Did you come back because of a change in work?”
Elijah Flack ruffled Xaviera Evans‘ silky hair, “Very good, did I hear that you got married?” Xaviera Evans nodded, Elijah Flack’s gaze fell on Caleb Mamet, and he instantly stiffened.
Half an hour later.
Twitter exploded with two pieces of news; one that Elijah Flack had returned home, and the other about Elijah Flack and Anna Campbell.
As Elijah Flack was chatting with Xaviera Evans, he got a call from his agent. That’s when he learned that Twitter was blowing up.
Xaviera Evans quickly pulled out her phone, opened Twitter, and frowned, Anna Campbell? Was that not the ostentatious Miss Campbell they had encountered earlier at the shop?
She clicked on Anna Campbell’s studio’s Twitter, attached was an image that clearly captured the name of the mall.
[Anna Campbell’s studio: Anna came to meet an important person.]
Xaviera Evans frowned in displeasure. Was Anna Campbell’s tweet piggybacking on her brother’s popularity?
Just after her brother came back and said he came to the mall for someone important, Anna Campbell also posted a similar tweet. This could easily lead to misunderstanding!
Indeed, fans in the comments section immediately connected Elijah Flack’s return with Anna Campbell.