The invitation appeared in the family group chat on Tuesday morning, presented as a simple black and gold digital card with only a location and time.

Olivia responded first with a mocking message about bringing protection to such a dangerous area.

Diane read the messages with amusement and decided they would all attend, seeing it as a chance to reinforce Emily’s position in the family hierarchy.

“We are going,” Diane wrote. “It will be a valuable lesson for everyone.”

Meanwhile, Emily stood inside a newly purchased modern estate that stretched across acres of private land, filled with polished wood, glass walls, and carefully arranged details.

She directed movers as they carried expensive items into place while speaking on the phone with her financial advisor.

“The property is officially registered under your name,” he confirmed. “Everything is secured and documented.”

“Good,” Emily replied while looking out across the hills. “Prepare fifty printed copies of the financial records.”

“For fifty people?” he asked in surprise.

“Yes,” she said calmly. “It is for a family gathering.”