02

While Mr. Houston, father of Elisha, was busy talking with their family visitor, Elisha was done preparing herself. Elaine escorts her to the living room together with Mrs. Houston. Mr. Houston and his visitor stop the moment their eyes are laid off to Elisha who looks so beautiful in her dress.

Mr. Houston fake a smile seeing his daughter. He cannot believe that his daughter would finally have a benefit to him and his family. He thought that his daughter is useless like her mother. He never would have thought that someone like his visitor today would offer him a good business proposal and wealth in exchange for her daughter.

He looked at the old man in front of him who was pleased to see his beautiful daughter. Mr. Houston thought that the Wrost did not know about his real personal background.

A while ago, when the family was busy having their breakfast all of a sudden, they were distracted by the maid to say that someone was looking for them. The family looks at each other before asking the maid to let the visitor come in.

Mr. Houston and Matilda wonder who is their visitor because they do not have a schedule with incoming guests. When the two went to the living room to meet their guest, they saw an old man who was sitting at the elegant sofa waiting for them.

The old man stood up and greeted them.

"Good day Mr. and Mrs. Houston. I am Leon, I am here for the presence of Mr. Wrost, owner of Wrost International." the old man said.

Mr. Houston and Matilda were shocked when they heard the name Wrost. What do the Wrost need in them and even bother to send staff? Wrost International is the second largest company in the country so the couple could not help but be shocked.

"Wrost?" Mr. Houston asked, confused. Mr. Wrost is one of the famous businessmen in their country because of his outstanding handsome look. He also has a lot of money and his wealth can compare to the whole countries' assets and value.

"Mr. Wrost heard that you are looking for a partnership. He wanted to send you an offer of partnership and additional assets in exchange for marrying your eldest daughter, '' the old man said, showing a document.

"Mr. Wrost wanted to marry my daughter? How come he wanted to marry Elaine?" Matilda, mother of Elaine asked. She cannot believe that a wealthy man like Mr. Wrost wanted to marry her daughter. Even Elaine who was with them cannot believe what she heard. Someone like Mr. Wrost wanted to marry her.

She cannot believe that giving birth to her daughter will give her fortune. She was so happy the moment she heard that Mr. Wrost wanted to marry her eldest daughter however, the old man disagreed.

"You are wrong Ms. Houston. I am talking about Elisha Houston" the old man said.

The smile on Matilda's face suddenly vanished when she heard Elisha's name. Mr. Wrost wanted to marry the illegitimate child of their family, the daughter of a maid. Why would Mr. Wrost want to marry Elisha? Is he gone nuts?

"Why would Mr. Wrost wanted to marry Elisha instead of Elaine?" Matilda asked in a confused tone and looked at her husband and Elaine who also cannot understand the old man.

"I am sorry Mrs. Houston but only Mr. Wrost knows the answer. If you do not accept Mr. Wrost's offer, then I will be taking my leave now" the old man said and bowed his head. When he is about to leave Mr. Houston stops him.

"I accept the offer," Mr. Houston suddenly said that makes the old man stop and look at him.

"What?!" Matilda asked with a ridiculous expression. She cannot believe that his husband will accept such an offer for Elisha's sake.

"Then I will wait for Elisha Houston. I wanted to see her personally. Please call her" the old man smiled and went back to where he was sitting a while ago.

"Yes," Mr. Houston smiled back then pulled Matilda away from the living room to talk to her properly.

"What is the meaning of this Jack? Why did you accept the offer for Elisha?" Matilda was furious when asking her husband.

"Listen, Matilda, this is a very good opportunity for our family. If I accept the offer, we can gain a lot of wealth, fame, and investors for our small company" Jack turned his head and explained what is on his mind to his wife, Matilda.

"What about Elaine's future? Wrost company is the second-largest company. I will never let Elisha surpass my daughter" Matilda said, greeting his teeth.

"Matilda, have you ever seen Mr. Wrost? You wanted Elaine to marry an old man like the man who was waiting in the living room? Wrost International will never be that famous if the CEO is a young man. It needs the experience to be successful. Look at me Matilda, look at my age. I am already in mid fifty of age and until now our company is still small." Mr. Houston said that makes Matilda stop and think.

Her husband is right. She never saw Mr. Wrost before. She heard that Mr. Wrost is famous and handsome like the rumors said but she never saw his face let alone seeing his current picture. She almost put her daughter in shame, luckily her husband stops her.

"Are you sure dad? Then I do not want to marry Mr. Wrost anymore, mother" She said to her mother.

"What are we going to do then, Jack?" Matilda asked when she finally calmed down and decided not to let Mr. Wrost marry Elaine. She looked at her daughter who is now busy with her phone.

"Call Elisha, she needs to meet the Wrost representative," Mr. Houston said and called Elisha

When Elisha finally arrives in front of them Mr. Leon greets her. Elisha sat together with her family without any idea that her family sold her to Mr. Wrost. She was just looking at Mr. Leon who was smiling at them.

"Dad? Why did you call me here?" Elisha asked.

"Elisha, we decided to let you marry Mr. Wrost. The wedding will be held next week" Mr. Houston said that makes Elisha's eyes widen and mouth agape.