The Sweetest Revenge

Chapter 04: Private Villa

The three of them kept patronizing me, but I paid them no heed.

My mother's butler still had a smile on his face; he seemed like a man who had been through the vicissitudes of life watching a bunch of petulant children.

I signaled him with my eyes, and he immediately understood what I meant. "Ladies, please come downstairs with me."

"Is the play still going on? I really want to see what happens now! Come, let's go downstairs!" Rosie sneered as she headed downstairs.

At the entrance of the residential area, there was a magnificent motorcade of Rolls-Royces. The people in the residential area, who had no idea what was going on, wondered if there was a wedding or if a big shot had come down for a visit.

At the head of the motorcade was this year's limited edition of the Rolls-Royce Phantom, which carried an eight-digit price tag on the market.

Rosie may not have been able to tell fakes from genuine goods, but John was a sales director, and he recognized the car immediately. He knew there were only a few models available worldwide, so it was impossible for it to be rented!

"I have to admit that the scene looks quite spectacular. How much did it cost? Oh, David, when are you going to grow up? You can forget about receiving any money after pulling this stunt!"

Rosie was getting more and more arrogant. John, on the other hand, had gotten real quiet. After my light outshone him, he went from being lively to envious.

I approached him with a smile, asking him on purpose, "Mr. Barkley, right? What do you think of that car?"

"Not bad," said John in low spirits, seemingly accepting his defeat.

"If I were to rent such a car for one day, how much do you think it's going to cost me?"

John did not reply and opted to leave. "Auntie, I just remembered I have something to do at the office, I'll take my leave."

"John, you haven't even eaten yet! I'll prepare your favorite dish, braised spareribs."

"Sorry, I don't have the time!" After spitting out that sentence, he turned around and left, but not before shooting me a final glare.

I was not afraid of him as there was no stronger backer than a pile of cash!

By now, Kate too seemed to have realized something. She guessed that I might have really won the lottery. She said gently, "David, let's go upstairs. There are too many people here."

"Weren't you disappointed in me?" I retorted.

"I..."

They thought that this was a farce I had come up with to save face, but little did they expect that everything was real.

"Since my wife doesn't like those gifts, take them away. Now, how about we get into the car and talk somewhere else?" I said to my mother's butler.

"No, I like those gifts. I..." Kate hurried to say.

However, my mother's butler would only listen to me. I got into the limited edition Rolls-Royce and raised the power window, Kate's figure slowly disappeared from my field of view.

I loved her in the past, to the point of obsession. Her face, her body, her cold attitude, they all made me feel intoxicated. She was the woman of my dreams, someone I could never have. But as I sat on the leather seat and looked at her through the car window, I suddenly found her... very ordinary.

I closed my eyes and enjoyed the peace. Recalling Rosie's ugly expression before I left, I could not help but burst out laughing. I had finally managed to vent all my pent-up anger!

My mother's butler said, "Master, we'll take you to your new place. You can spend the night there."

"Good. I really have to thank you for what you did today. I..."

"There is no need for such courtesy. I know everything, and I was just doing my job."

"Can you tell me more about my mother?"

"She doesn't want me to tell you too much, but you have to know that she's a very successful businesswoman, and she really cares about you."

Seeing him smile, I smiled as well. Although I had never met my mother, I felt a special connection to her.

Soon, our car arrived at a private villa. It was the biggest villa in the entire neighborhood, and the scenery was fantastic. The main building stood five stories tall. There was an entertainment area, a gym, a guest room, and a karaoke room. The way the place was decorated was also superb.

Other than that, there was a huge garden with a swimming pool. I did not know the cost of this villa, but it was incredible that I was allowed to live here.

That evening, Kate called me several times. It would not be an exaggeration to say that I received more calls and messages from her that night than I did in the past two years! But I did not bother picking up her calls or replying to her messages. I wanted to give her a taste of her own medicine, making her realize how it felt to be ignored.

Unknowingly, I fell asleep. When I woke up the next day, my mother's butler had several maids come over to help me get ready. I really felt like a lord from ancient times! Of course, these maids were very well paid, and they were mainly in charge of choosing my clothes and doing my hair.

I had a decent figure and stood at six foot one, so no matter which outfit they chose, it looked pretty good. When I had no money, I lacked confidence as well. Now, as I stood in front of the mirror, my smile was brighter than ever.

"Master, this outfit really suits you," said one of the maids, a smile on her face. Her sudden praise left me a little embarrassed.

"I know, right? Now, please wear this!"

Another maid gave me a Rolex Submariner worth several thousand dollars. It was a symbol of status, and I really liked it!

When I left the bedroom, I met a nutritionist who helped me with breakfast. Looking at the carefully prepared dishes on the dining table, I could not help but smile and say to the maids, "How can I eat so many dishes alone? You should eat with me!"

They giggled and said, "Please, don't worry about us and enjoy your meal!"

"Why wait when you can eat now? Don't be shy, come over!"

"Master, as you wish!"

Although I became rich overnight, my character did not change much, and my gentleness was still there.

In this fashion, the maids and I had breakfast together. We were almost the same age, and the girls had graduated from the best universities in the country. Whether it was their manners or character, it was nothing short of outstanding. As if that was not enough, they were all very pretty!

They told me their names, but it was hard to remember so many at once.

"You're all so skilled. Are you really okay with serving under someone like me?" I asked.

"Don't worry! I think that regardless of the job, giving your best is what matters!" said Chloe. Her dimples made her look charming when she smiled.

"Haha, that makes sense. However, I think that it might also have something to do with the pay!" I quipped.

The girl's cheeks flushed.

I knew that their salary had to be very high since they had managed to make their way here. They must have had to pass many tests, just like when entering a prestigious school or university. They were the best of the best, which also explained why they were all so good-looking. They were carefully selected!

My mother's butler walked in and said with a smile, "Master, did you sleep well last night?"

"Haha, I've never slept so well. Anyway, you can just call me by my first name. There is no need to call me 'Master'. You're my elder, after all."

"Master, you don't have to worry. I'm used to it. Back then, your mother changed my life, and I swore to serve her family for three generations."

"Haha, I see. In that case, try your best to stay alive. There's still one generation left!"

He laughed. "Master, you have some sense of humor!"

He then signaled the maids to leave with his eyes and took out a videotape. I knew he was about to tell me something important, which left me nervous. However, I had already prepared myself for this moment.

He pulled down the curtain and played the recording. An unfamiliar woman appeared before my eyes. I had never seen her, but I felt an instant connection with her. It did not take me long to guess who she was!

"David, it's Mom. I was forced to leave you behind when you were just a kid, but I've never stopped looking for you ever since. Now, it's time to compensate you. My butler should have told you a few things already, and you should have been informed by now that I am in possession of some wealth, with you being the sole heir to my fortune. But before you inherit my fortune, you'll have to pass a test."

She did not mention what the test was, so I asked her butler.

The old man smiled. "Master, the test lies in each sum of money you receive."

I frowned, realizing that my mother wanted to see how I would behave after becoming a millionaire overnight. She wanted to see my skill in managing these funds!

I had received a lot of money at once, and my pockets were filled to the point of bursting. But it was only now that I was starting to feel its weight!