A Graduation Gift

As she entered Rufus's office with her completed design, Cassandra found him sitting on the sofa, swirling a glass of wine. He seemed lost in thought.

"Mr. Luo, this is my design of the nursing home. Please check it before I submit to our partner,"

she said as she put her work on Rufus's desk and waited for his reply.

Rufus took a sip of wine and closed his eyes, enjoying its flavor and sensation as he swallowed it down his throat.

"How is your father doing?"

asked Rufus instead of acknowledging Cassandra's request. One of his subordinates managed to locate the IP address of the poster. It was in New York. He already sent someone to look into it.

Cassandra's thoughts on the matter interested him.

"My father… He should be punished by what he has done, but I don't think his company should go bankrupt. I am determined to do my best to save it," she replied.

In reality, Cassandra had no idea how to help her father's company. Still, she was not about to show weakness in front of Rufus. She did not need anyone's sympathy, especially his.

Rufus stifled a sigh. He knew everything about Cassandra and her situation. The only way to save her father's company was by paying a fine. It would be impossible for her to come up with such a vast amount of money.

Rufus stood up and gave her an envelope.

"Open it," he said.

Cassandra hesitated. A part of her did not want to take it.

"What are you thinking about? Just take it,"

urged Rufus as he pushed the envelope closer to her.

"No, Mr. Luo, I can't accept your money!"

Cassandra stepped back stubbornly.

She knew that raising the money would be difficult, but she was determined to try.

She would not let the Qin Group go bankrupt. She would sell their villa and rent an apartment for her family if she had to.

Since the villa was bought many years ago, it had already increased in value. It would sell for a good price. Cassandra also had some friends back in Rome who were willing to lend her money. Another option was to apply for a loan.

The last thing she wanted to do was to borrow or accept money from the Tang family. This included Rufus. It would be a huge blow to her ego.

Rufus's lips when

help, so he made sure that the envelope did not

It's not money, but it is something that will help

her gently.

Cassandra took the envelope and opened it.

seconds, Cassandra's face lit up with

entry notice from the International Architectural Design Competition. Held every five years, it

but she completely forgot about its occurrence this year due to the many things that happened recently.

works. They liked your designs and hoped you can take part

did not let his emotions show on his

pool is quite large. Winning would definitely give you a huge amount of money,"

invite, Cassandra found that the competition was to open in five days. A part of her felt

I didn't prepare anything for it. I

pressed the notice against her

be given on the spot and

reassured Cassandra again. It seemed that he

at the prize money on the paper, Cassandra felt thrilled.

more than enough to pay off the fine.

this competition, my father's company will be saved, ' she

you, Mr. Luo. This is the best gift I've

said as she started

or gold, but respect. Rufus didn't give her money, but what he gave her was something far

space to work on it herself. He was truly a

the next two days. I have a business trip to New York so I will be going with you," Rufus said.

who claimed

the sorrow

days later, Cassandra arrived in

to the office of the organizing committee. She had

unique and innovative. We are looking forward to

full beard as he gave Cassandra an entry card with her

not be allowed to enter the competition site," he reminded.

hand. 'I will do my best to win. I have

dinner time when she got out. Rufus took her to a famous western restaurant. As soon as they sat down, Cassandra received a phone call from Cloris.

gently excused herself and went to

sign up. Can you give me some money?" the girl from the other end of

to ask her for money in