Charles was momentarily startled but quickly extended his hand to accept the box from Robert with polite curiosity. With a delicate touch, he opened it to reveal an exquisitely crafted watch. At first glance, it was clearly of the highest quality—a luxury piece from a renowned brand that only the wealthy elite could obtain. Upon closer inspection, Charles’s eyes widened: it was a limited-edition model, almost priceless. This wasn’t just any watch; it was the top model of its line, with a market value of at least ten million.
Stunned, Charles held the watch in his hands, feeling its weight and worth. Though the Hampton family was well-off, such extravagance was far beyond their reach. Yet here he was, holding a watch casually gifted by the brother-in-law he was meeting for the first time. Charles glanced up, both surprised and genuinely delighted.
Eleanor noticed his reaction and laughed softly. "So, do you like it?" she asked.