Winner Takes All

Since that incident last time, Amber had used up a lot of energy to fully calm herself down after returning home.

She was very understanding about Jack's situation at that time.

This time around, when he was planning her parents' meeting with Jack, she was feeling a little queasy.

Jack did indeed produce some eye-catching results for himself, but compared to her family background, his current achievements were nothing in the grand scheme of things.

Amber wasn't just any other silly and spoiled daughter. She knew the importance of having a partner with equally significant or affluent background.

Or else, her father wouldn't have staged so many dates for her when she was still staying overseas for three years. She had to go to dates with nobles from wealthy family, the oil and gas tycoons as well as the heir to huge conglomerates of the Silicon Valley.

She already had her eyes set on Jack, therefore she had rejected all of her previous dates.

However, now that she was bringing her parents to meet the one she loved, even though she never let Jack's background affect her feelings for him, what about her parents?

Jack even had a divorce some time ago!

This fact alone was akin to an eyesore for people like her parents who was from the older generation.

Since her father was throwing praises at Jack at the moment, perhaps bringing up the topic of their meeting with Jack would be able to improve his image in their hearts.

If she were to mention about their meeting up sooner when her father was no longer so thinking highly of him, maybe nothing she did could help fortify his image anymore. As expected!

The middle-aged man stopped smiling and asked gravely, "Amber, have you really decided that he is the one?"

Amber slightly jerked with her eyes giving out a strange light and her lips slightly quivering.

She knew what her father was about to say.

In fact, the moment she decided that she wanted to return to the country to see Jack, her parents never failed to broach this topic from time to time.

It was about his second marriage!

It was an undisputable fact after all.

"You must be aware that he is going to remarry while you are a golden single lady. Putting aside the fact that his last marriage was with your former best friend, Katherine, are you really sure that you want to put your future on his shoulders?"

The middle-aged man's voice was calm and serene, yet it was exuding an impressive pressure on her.

His voice was similar to a blunt knife which was slowly slicing Amber's heart. It caused a great deal of anguish for her.

"Amber, you are the apple of our eyes. We always respect your decision on everything, but you have to really think things through about this matter."

The mature and beautiful middle-aged woman chipped in but her tone was not one of aggressiveness. She was trying to lead Amber to see her point in a much gentler way.

In reality, this was always how this pair of old couple work in tandem.

"If you end up with him anyways, a long winding road is ahead of you guys. You might suffer from a lot of hardships and you might even lose everything."

The mature woman's voice was low and she was peeking at Amber with unwillingness and slight indignation, “You are someone from such a good family background and you deserve someone who is more excellent too. Jack has gone through a divorce before, and despite the fact that he has a little achievement on his belt, that is still not enough to give you a sense of security."

Amber only smiled mildly in response.

She knew that her parents were just worried about her long-term future.

However, ever since she was a child, she was the stubborn type.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have rushed back to Jack's side the moment she knew that Jack had divorced Katherine. Perhaps she was just fond of their past memories or perhaps she already had her heart stolen by him.

The atmosphere in the car was a little heavy.

Amber's parents wasn't planning to force an answer out of Amber there and then. They knew that they had to give her ample time to make this decision that would have long-lasting effects on her future. "Dad, mum."

Amber suddenly looked up with a determined look in her eyes. She said with a confident smile, "He told me that he wouldn't let me suffer any losses!"

"You are betting on him with your whole life. I can't bear to see you suffer from losses either."

The middle-aged man muttered and a new light appeared in his eyes as he declared, "Alright then. We will see him tonight. At the same time, I just so happen to have asked a few old friends over to gather." "Thank you, dad."

Amber plunged into that middle-aged man's embrace excitedly.

The middle-aged woman shot an unsatisfied look at him.

He simple replied, "As long as our daughter is happy."

Then, he pushed Amber lightly and said seriously, "However, although we have decided to meet him, I will have to let you know that come tonight, we are going to see for ourselves what your future holds. Whether Jack is the real deal or not, it is up to our scrutiny. He has to pass our test first. By then, you must promise me that you won't interfere and defend him!"

"Dad, what are you planning to do?" Amber was a little anxious.

The middle-aged man didn't answer her. He continued from where he left off, "If you don't agree to our terms and conditions, your mum and I won't be seeing him tonight anymore. We will turn around and leave now."

"I promise you. I really do."

Amber didn't dare to pursue this matter further as she hurriedly agreed to his terms.

At the same time, Jack who was in DT real estate agency was in the dark about all of this.

He would never expect that Amber would return out of the blue on the first day of the month!

The real-time data that reflected the sales volume of the three housing areas told Jack that everything was going smoothly. Based on the trend, it would at most take a week for the company to sell out all of the units they put on sale this time.

That would be the best possible scenario he could foresee.

With the condition that they didn't create any unnecessary fuss, they wanted to achieve maximum profitability with their sales this time.

By five o'clock, Jack was already instructing Corbin to plan for a celebration dinner at night.

However, when he saw an invitation card on his office desk, all his previous plans had to be forfeited.

There was only a line of words printed on the card which elicited emotions of joy and astonishment from Jack.

He studied the words on the card with his brows knitted: Four Impressions Club.

This was the card that enabled him to enter Four Impressions Club!

"Who sent this?" Jack looked towards Lone Wolf.

Lone Wolf simply shook his head and answered, "It was a young guy who handed this to me without saying anything more other than asking me to make sure this reaches you." Jack was speechless for a moment.

There was no way this invitation card would be forged since the Four Impressions Club was an impressive organization backed by very capable people.

This was also an invitation letter at the same time that was usually given to a guest by the Four Impressions Club that granted him the right to invite whoever he wished.

However, there wasn't any name printed on the card that indicated the sender.

Could it be... Minister Mable?

Jack mulled over this thought with his brows twisted up. Since Minister Mable had a special identity, it was very likely that he wouldn't have his name seen anywhere on an invitation card which was sent out by him.

"Corbin, you guys have to take care of the celebration dinner. I have a dinner that I need to attend personally."

Jack waved the invitation card in his hand while saying to Corbin.

If this was really sent by Minister Mable, then he couldn't just dismiss his invitation and make him lose face.

Such a simple-looking card was actually something revered by Aiden and Drago. They viewed this as a "precious treasure"!

Now that he was the recipient of such an important piece of invitation, if he didn't cherish this opportunity, wouldn't that just make him a moron?

When night came, the Four Impressions Club was shrouded in its usual mystery and ominousness.

In the compound full of bamboo shoots, the surrounding was clear as day and sounds of banter could be heard all around.

Normally, outsiders only knew about the existence of the Four Impressions Club, and nothing more. No one could be granted entry without an invitation card.

Only a regular here knew that this small courtyard surrounded by bamboo shoots was the most prestigious place in the entire Four Impressions Club.

The surrounding was serene and peaceful.

The atmosphere was totally different from the other parts of the club. It was as if one had arrived at an otherworldly paradise that was far removed from human civilization. Only the most prestigious guests could set foot on such a place. No other ordinary person could come here unless they were the owner of this club.

The last visitor here was none other than Madam Hughes, and this time around it was the Knight family who had descended upon this place!

"Mable, within the few years I was not around, it seems like you have become a force to be reckoned with."

A middle-aged man playfully landed a punch on the chest of another middle-aged man with ashen hair.

If someone else were to set their sights on this scene, they would definitely be so shocked that their mouths would be hanging.

Nowadays, even for a business tycoon like Aiden, he would still cower in fear and humbleness in front of these two middle-aged man with ashen hair.

There wouldn't be anybody else who could give off such a relaxed vibe in the whole city!

"You old dog of the Knight family, stop your bullshit. After so many years, tell me, who have you invited? I have to remind you that the Four Impressions Club is closed off for today because of you. If I don't make you drunk later on, I will give up on my family name!" Then, the two of the middle-aged men laughed loudly.

This version of Minister Mable couldn't be seen anywhere else!

At present, they had discarded their serious self and transported back in time to the old days when they could nonchalantly banter and laugh with each other without reserve. It was as if nothing had changed even after so many years had passed by.

"You old geezer!" The middle-aged man cursed cheerfully before pointing at Amber and said, "I am gathering you guys tonight because I want you to examine my daughter's boyfriend. Don't buckle with fear later on!"

Minister Mable stole a glance at Amber and was stunned for a moment.

He found Amber slightly familiar for some reason, so he couldn't help asking, "Girl, have we met each other before?"

Before Amber could respond, the middle-aged man interjected mischievously, "Hey, you old geezer, it seems that you are feigning familiarity with my daughter."

A glint appeared in Amber's eyes. She looked at Minister Mable and thought that it was probably that fiasco last time where Jack had confessed his love for her that had made the news. Minister Mable had probably seen her in the news, she thought.

"Get lost!" Minister Mable rolled his eyes at the middle-aged man and then he continued, "Alright then, I will make sure to examine him carefully later on. Who is that guy anyway?"

The middle-aged man flashed a faint smile and answered mysteriously, "I will introduce him to you very soon!"‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒‒