Under Berloff Reed's invitation, Rebecca, Darnell, and the others nervously boarded the AW139 helicopter.
The custom VIP executive cabin was luxuriously decorated. From the comfortable leather seats to the high-end noise-canceling headphones, Darnell and the others were utterly amazed.
Such an expensive luxury private helicopter was something even Darnell, a billionaire's son, had only seen in magazines. Rebecca and Primrose, being regular employees, were even more astonished.
As the helicopter left the airport and flew towards the skyscraper-filled city, they could see the airport highway below, clogged with cars that looked as small as matchboxes.
Seeing this, Darnell's two lackeys, Primrose and Marcella, couldn't help but sigh.
Earlier, they had been showing off in front of Rebecca about how luxurious and impressive Darnell's stretch Lincoln was, which he could summon with a single call.
But compared to Berloff's private helicopter, it was nothing.
Looking at the long line of cars below, they realized that if they had taken Darnell's stretch Lincoln, they would have been stuck in traffic, unable to move. Now, they were soaring freely in the sky.
At this moment, Primrose and Marcella looked at Berloff with awe and respect.
Such a young, super-rich individual with an unfathomable background was not someone they could afford to offend.
Even if they wanted to curry favor with the company's prince, Darnell, it wasn't worth risking their lives to anger Berloff!
To make up for their previous mistakes, Primrose and Marcella began showering Berloff with flattery, calling him "Mr. Berloff" and praising him to the skies.Berloff found their compliments a bit nauseating, and even Rebecca got goosebumps from their sycophantic behavior.
Meanwhile, Darnell watched his two lackeys fawn over Berloff with a mix of envy and frustration, his face alternating between green and white.
He wanted to scold the two of them, but under the intimidating presence of Berloff Reed's multi-million-dollar private helicopter, he couldn't bring himself to say a word. He had no choice but to turn a blind eye.
Half an hour later, the AW139, cruising at a speed of 186 miles per hour, descended over the waterfront.
The breathtaking and spectacular street views of the waterfront left everyone in awe and thoroughly entertained.
Especially the towering skyscrapers of the financial district across the river, which provided a unique and mesmerizing view from above.
While Rebecca and the other girls were exclaiming in excitement, Darnell's eyes were fixed on the direction where the helicopter was landing.
As the AW139 touched down in the central garden of the prestigious Silk City Mansion,Darnell's eyes widened in shock and disbelief.
"Mr. Berloff! Is the house you bought the most famous luxury residence in Silk City—the Mansion at Waterfront 11?"
Despite the loud noise from the helicopter's rotors, Darnell's words were clearly transmitted through the headsets everyone was wearing.
Berloff raised an eyebrow and gave Darnell an approving glance.
"Mr. Darnell, you have a keen eye. You recognized it right away. Impressive!"
Darnell couldn't help but blush.He recalled Berloff's earlier remark, "You may not be able to afford nice things, but you sure know a lot about them!"
At the time, Darnell had felt deeply humiliated by those words, but now he realized that Berloff had been speaking the truth.
Whether it was the expensive AW139 private helicopter or the billion-dollar Mansion at Waterfront 11, Darnell couldn't afford either.
He simply enjoyed reading high-society magazines and was well-versed in top-tier luxury items.
Compared to Berloff Reed, who could indulge in a lavish lifestyle without a care, Darnell could only fantasize through high-definition magazine photos.
The gap between them was so vast that it left Darnell utterly despondent, his arrogance completely shattered.
After getting off the helicopter, Berloff led Rebecca and the others to Villa No. 1.
"Berloff, is this... this entire estate yours?" Rebecca asked, stepping onto the lush, manicured lawn. Her eyes widened in disbelief as she took in the sprawling classical European estate that covered several acres. It all felt so surreal,like a dream,Berloff chuckled softly. "Yes, cousin. I just bought this place recently. It's perfect for hosting you."
"The scenery here is beautiful. Although the old houses look aged from the outside, they've all been modernized inside."
"After you take a shower, you can enjoy a sauna in the basement and then get a full-body massage."
"We also have a home theater, indoor swimming pool, gym, and everything else you might need."
Gulp!
Rebecca swallowed hard, murmuring to herself, "This is too luxurious."
"Now I understand how the wealthy live."
Berloff laughed heartily. "Cousin, if you like it, you can stay here for a year or so and enjoy the life of a rich lady."
Primrose and Marcella, listening to this, were filled with envy and jealousy.
Damn it!
Why didn't he have a young, handsome, super-rich cousin? If he could live in a luxurious estate like No. 11 Bund for a year or two, it would be worth it even if it meant cutting his life in half.
When everyone arrived at the banquet hall in Building No. 1, they were stunned by the elegant and luxurious decor.
Then, under the arrangement of the butler, Sutton, several servants brought in exquisite fresh delicacies from around the world.
Black Sea caviar, Australian lobster, premium abalone, French foie gras, and more.
With Berloff Reed's enthusiastic hospitality, his cousin Rebecca gradually relaxed and began to enjoy the feast.
In contrast, Darnell and his two companions were on edge the entire time, eating cautiously and only half-full.After finishing the exquisite desserts, Berloff was about to arrange for them to stay in the guest rooms when Darnell stood up and excused himself.
"Mr. Berloff, thank you for the sumptuous meal today."
"We don't want to impose any longer. We'll find another place to stay."
"As for Ms. Rebecca, she doesn't need to worry about work for the next few days. She can rest well here with Mr. Berloff."
Darnell spoke with utmost respect, as if he were reporting to a high-ranking official rather than addressing his subordinate's cousin.Hearing this, Rebecca glared at Darnell.
"Mr. Darnell, didn't you insist that I was indispensable for this business trip to Silk City?"
"And who was it that kept saying that staying together in Silk City was crucial for our work?"
Under Rebecca's questioning, Darnell's forehead was drenched in cold sweat. He glanced fearfully at Berloff Reed beside him.
"Well... I... uh..."
Darnell's stammering made Berloff chuckle.
"Mr. Darnell, my cousin has a point. You better explain yourself clearly."
"Otherwise, I can't let you leave so easily. I wouldn't want to disrupt my cousin's work."
Hiss...
Berloff's tone was calm, but to Darnell, it was chilling. His face turned pale as he drew in a sharp breath.