Upon hearing those words, Quentin’s eyes trembled slightly. He was well aware of Night City, a government-supported mega-mall that specialized in high-end products and had immense development potential in the coming years. Securing a shop in Night City would be a profitable venture for anyone.
Naturally, the Pittman family also wanted a piece of the pie. However, the difficulty was significant. After all, in Stresall, various families, corporations, and forces intertwined and the Pittman family was merely at the lowest end of the hierarchy.
The car stopped in front of the Pittman mansion, and the two hurriedly went inside. Russell, the patriarch of the Pittman family, as well as Maverick, and others were already waiting inside with solemn expressions.
“Grandfather, Uncle,” Charlotte greeted them briefly.
Maverick snorted coldly and ignored her. Nikolas and his sister glared at them with intense hatred.
“Charlotte, I called you here today, and I’m sure you already know what I want to discuss, right?” Russell spoke up.
“Grandfather, please tell me.”
“Night City in Stresall is about to open. In a few days, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a grand celebration.”
“Our Pittman family has been allocated two slots this time, and I’ve already sent your uncle and Nikolas there.”
“You also need to do your best.”
“If there’s a chance for you to participate in this grand ceremony, perhaps the chances of our Pittman family securing a shop in Night City will be higher.”
Russell’s eyes burned with enthusiasm. “Furthermore, Nikolas also told me that if he secures a shop in Night City this time, you will have to step down from your position as director.”
“Grandfather, this…” Charlotte’s heart trembled. Was Russell trying to sabotage her? It hadn’t been long since she took on the position, and now he wanted to remove her? It seemed too heartless.
“No need to say more! I know what I’m doing!”
“Only the capable should hold this position! Charlotte, if you have the ability, show it to me!”
“Otherwise, you’ll have to step down!” Russell’s tone was indifferent.
Charlotte gritted her teeth. “But Nikolas has obtained the entry pass, and I don’t even have the qualification to enter. It’s fundamentally unfair!”
“Life isn’t always fair. Everything depends on your own efforts,” Russell lectured. “If you have the strength, you can completely achieve it.”
Nikolas chuckled, “That’s right, Charlotte. Weren’t you impressive before? Why don’t you have this confidence now? It’s laughable.”
“I hope that in a few days, you won’t disappoint us by not even being able to enter the front gate. Hahaha…”
He proudly displayed the two cards in his hands.
“This is our invitation card,” he said.
Charlotte felt resentful. Both of these guys had invitation cards, giving them a significant advantage to enter the Night City and participate in the activities. And she didn’t even have an entry ticket!
How could she compete?
Russell was clearly biased!
“Just mind your own business,” Charlotte coldly retorted. “Take care of yourself first.”
“Hahaha!” Nikolas beamed with pride. “Don’t worry, soon enough, the position of director will be mine. Just wait and see!”
Quentin suddenly chuckled, “Are you that confident?”
Nikolas laughed triumphantly, “As long as I can enter Night City, I’ll have the opportunity to interact with the higher-ups. They will surely appreciate me. With the right connections, obtaining a shop will be a piece of cake!”
“You still need to get into the Night City,” Quentin smirked, amused. Just a word from him and they would be kicked out in no time. They really thought they could get in? How amusing.
“Charlotte, let’s go,” Quentin said.
He wanted to see how these guys would try to snatch Charlotte’s position.
Was it even possible?
With that, he took Charlotte’s hand and walked away.
“Arrogant!”
“A person who doesn’t even have the qualification to enter the Night City dares to boast so arrogantly! It’s hilarious! If you have the guts, go ahead and try it yourself. Let’s see who gets thrown out!”
“Then… let’s wait and see,” Quentin’s tone was incredibly calm.
“Hold on!” Georgia’s eyes darted around, and she suddenly jumped in, “I have something to ask! Charlotte, come here, I have a question for you!”