She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

She outshines 152 Chapter 152

However, Jaden said, "My sister just called and toldmy grandparents are all set for surgery. Their physical

evaluation met the requirements, so they can get admitted anytime. They need stto recover

afterward."

He sighed. "And on top of that, Linda's decided to stick around Okhorn Village. | can't just sit back and let her

bug me, so I'm planning to leave with my grandparents in the next couple of days."

Luna felt a bit awkward about her earlier thoughts and struggled to find the right words Jaden, not knowing what

was going through her head, continued. "Miss Carter, | really need you to keep our family's location a secret.

Don't let Linda know where we are." That was when Laina realized she had actually accomplished what she came

for. She should feel happy about it, so she smiled and said. "Don't worry, we're in this together. Ive got your

back.

Jaden nodded, looking relieved. "Thanks a lot. For now, take a look around. | need to talk to my family about

everything."

Then, he stepped aside to start a video call in the family group chat, letting them know he wanted to rent out the

countryside homestead.

Besides the reasons he had mentioned to Luna, he had a third plan. Tve always wanted to rent sland in the

nearby mountain, but my loan didn't go through. This could be a good way to make smoney for that, and |

can get the production team to help us check it out for free."

His grandparents replied with a voice message, saying, "You don't have to worry about us. Just do what you need

to do, and make sure to look after our place."

Another family member jumped in. "You're in charge of that land, so you can decide how to handle it."

Jaden nodded and said, "The 100 thousand dollars that Linda paid back, that's family money, so | can't touch it.

Let's leave it

to Mom to sort out"

Claire jumped in, "I don't need it right now. Why don't we just give it back to Athena first?"

Athena replied, Tm good on cash too. This money doesn't do much for me. It will be better spent elsewhere."

Wesley added, "Maria works far away and often has to stay late. She really needs a car. Let's buy one for her."

Maria was quick to object, "No! No way! | don't even have a driver's license, and I'm way too busy to learn."

Arthur piped up. | enjoy driving. | don't mind picking up Maria, She'll be safe with me."

Jaden cut in, "How about this? I'll save those 100 thousand dollars for Grandpa and Grandma's treatment."

His grandparents needed surgery at the private hospital that Athena recommended, and their insurance would

barely cover a bit of the costs, so everyone agreed with Jaden's suggestion.

Just then Jaden's phone buzzed. He wrapped up the video call and answered

Ten minutes later, he sent a message in the group chat. [The Agri Finance Bank just called and said they're

willing to lendI million dollars. They wantto cto the headquarters ASAP to finalize the details.] chati

The group chat fit up instantly, and even Brandon, who was overseas, popped in. Arthur cheered and replied:

(Congrats. Jaden! That's enough to rent any mountain for the next 50 year

Maria: (Wow, 1 million dollars? That's a lot! You can finally chase your dream!]

[Wait, the Agri Finance Bank is state-owned. You never applied for a loan with them. Why are they suddenly

offering you

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one?] Wesley was puzzled

Brandon chimed in: Jaden, be careful. This doesn't seem right.]

But Athena shrugged it off. [State-owned banks are usually pretty trustworthy. Jaden, just check it out. If

everything looks good, sign it. If something goes wrong after that, I'll find a rich kid from our lab to sort it out.]

A flurry of stickers and emojis popped up, from "surprised," "Thumbs up," "like," and "bravo, all showing their

support for

him

Jaden responded: [Yeah, | think this whole thing is kind of sudders and strange too,]

He added: [I got a call from the loan manager at the Agri Finance Bank. He mentioned they have a program to

support projects that are good for the environment and help out rural areas. A friend from another bank had my

project on his radar, and the loan manager thought it was great, When he brought it up to his boss, they agreed.]

Someone replied: [If it's coming from a state-owned bank, it should be legit. Just go check it out.]

Jaden: [Since no one's against it, I'll talk to the production team about the details first. Then I'll get Grandpa and

Grandma ready to head to Kitmore City. I'll stay at the villa for a few days before taking them to the hospital and

figure out the loan stuff] Athena: [My car is great for the trip. I'll take care of bringing Grandpa and Grandma

back to the city]

Jaden replied: [Awesome, thanks, Athena! I'll let you know when I'm all packed up.]

The family group quieted down after that. Then Brandon messaged Jaden privately: [Doesn't it feel like there's

scrazy luck hitting our family lately? We can basically get whatever we want.]

Jaden replied: [Yeah. Definitely noticed that.]

Brandon asked: [Any idea why?]

Jaden sent a smile sticker. [Gotta be Athena bringing us sgood luck.)

Brandon followed up with a smile emoji. [Glad you see it that way.)

Jaden added: [I think Dad's picked up on it too, even if he hasn't said anything]

Brandon replied with a laughing emoji. [About Athena, if she doesn't mention it, just leave it alone. What matters

is that she's comfortable.]

Jaden: [For sure.]

Brandon: [You're busy, I'll get back to my thesis.]

With that, Jaden pocketed his phone and strolled over to Luna, who was also on a call.

Noticing him approaching, Luna didn't back off. Instead, she said into the phone. "Mr. Donovan is coming over.

Let me

check with him."

Then she turned to Jaden and asked,

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Luna smiled. "Sure thing."

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knew "High Mountain" was about to kick off now. Of course, her role in the film was a secret too. So, Jaden's

request lined up perfectly with the crew's style, and she had a good feeling about.

After wrapping things up with the

director, Laina eagerly followed

Jaden around the garden, talking

about the movie as they wandered

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eleven, right when Luna's favorite

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thing on her list was potatoes. Last

night, Jaden stir-fried smashed

potatoes, and it totally blew her mind.

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small tomatoes from a plant about

waist-high and tossed them intQ the

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Luna licked her lips and patted her stomach, feeling her hunger kick in again. As a celebrity, she couldn't believe

that after being spoiled with gourmet dishes for so long, these simple veggies were what she craved.

They continued gathering pumpkins, cucumbers, and butternut squash. She also grabbed a few eggs from the

chicken coop and caught a duck before heading back with Jaden.

As they walked, a thought hit her. "You know, you're so good in the kitchen, you could totally be my chef. N«

your price?"