Chapter 1061
The weight of Silas’s revelation left Calliope in a state of melancholy for days. Though he did his best to comfort her, she couldn’t shake the profound sadness that had taken root in her heart.
She pressed him for details about the mystic, asking who he was and how she could meet him, desperate to have a conversation. But Silas steadfastly refused, insisting there was no other way and that she shouldn’t waste her energy.
Time passed quickly, and a few days later, the White family hosted Calliope’s homecoming gala. Her face was splashed across every major screen in Capitalton, announcing her return to the family. The campaign wasn’t just local; Jett had spared no expense, buying up digital billboards across the globe to celebrate finding his biological daughter.
Overnight, Calliope became a global sensation. The world knew she was Jett White’s daughter, and the world knew she was extraordinary.
The homecoming gala was an event of staggering proportions.
On the day of the party, Calliope slipped into a stunning gown chosen by Mrs. White. After having her hair and makeup professionally done, she made her way to the venue-Capitalton’s most prestigious hotel.
The guest list was a who’s who of the global elite. Each person in attendance was a figure of immense influence. Even presidents and queens from various nations had come to congratulate Jett on finding his daughter.
Despite the formidable crowd, Calliope remained poised and confident. She gracefully greeted each person Jett introduced her to, accepting their gifts and well wishes with ease. Everyone she met showered her with praise, marveling at her exceptional talent and composure.
Blythe was also in attendance. Seizing a quiet moment, she approached Calliope to offer a sincere apology.
“I’m sorry,” Blythe began, her voice soft but clear. “I was jealous of you, and I was terrified of you returning to the White family p>
“I know that everything I have comes from them. Don’t worry, I won’t work against you anymore. It’s not just because Mom and Dad told me how I should act, but because I finally realize how wrong I was p>
“I was incredibly lucky to have everything I did while you were gone. It was greedy of me to want more p>
“Seeing everything Dad has done to welcome you home made me understand that you and I are not in the same league p>
“You truly are brilliant,” Blythe said with a small, wry smile. “There’s no denying you’re their daughter. It’s not just the family resemblance; you have their same effortless brilliance. I worked so hard to be like them, but I could never quite manage it p>
“But now that you’re back, I feel a sense of relief p>
“I don’t have to pretend to be a daughter who mimics them anymore. I can finally be myself and pursue the things I truly love p>
Seeing that Blythe’s contrition was genuine, Calliope nodded.
“In that case, I won’t hold the past against you p>
“From now on, I suppose we’re sisters,” Calliope said.
Blythe’s face brightened. “Thank you. I know you could have had me thrown out of
the family with a single word, but you didn’t. So, thank you p>
Calliope shrugged. “You’re not that bad. Certainly much better than Lisette p>
“You think so?” Blythe’s smile widened. “I’ll take that as a compliment.” “It is,” Calliope confirmed.
“Speaking of Lisette,” Blythe said, her tone turning somber, “I heard she was captured. She’s probably going through hell right now. She crossed the wrong people p>
Blythe sighed. “She could have had a good life, but she just kept making one disastrous choice after another p>
“She brought it all on herself,” Calliope stated flatly.
“Callie, congratulations p>
Nigel approached them, holding a gift. He looked haggard, still recovering from the major surgery Calliope had performed on him, Though his fife as saved the ordeal had taken a significant toll. But he was alive, and with time, he would heal.
He chatted with Calliope for a few moments, a smile gracing his lips. “I owe you my life several times over but it seems you’re surrounded by powerful people and want for nothing have no idea how ever repay you p>
“I never said you had to,” Calliope replied with a smile.
“A debt is a debt,” Nigel said, his own smile carrying a hint of something more. “And
I owe you far too much p>
Calliope just smiled, not giving it much thought.
After a few more minutes of conversation, Silas joined them. He stood beside Nigel,
his expression thoughtful as he studied him.
“Can we talk?” Nigel asked, looking directly at Silas.
“Of course,” Silas agreed.
The two men walked away together, leaving Calliope to her thoughts.
Jett soon returned to her side after schmoozing with some guests, eagerly introducing her to more of his friends. Calliope’s politeness and grace charmed everyone, and the room was filled with murmurs of how much she resembled her parents, Jett and Lillian.
Blythe, standing nearby, heard the comments but remained unfazed.
“Are you alright?” Calliope asked, glancing at Blythe once they were alone again.
“I’m fine. They’re right, you know p>
“You’re the one who truly looks like you belong with them p>
“Don’t worry, I’m not jealous anymore. I’m just envious,” Blythe admitted with a genuine smile. “But I also feel incredibly fortunate. After all, didn’t I get to enjoy their love for all these years p>
“Without them, I would have been an orphan p>
“So, I should be grateful for all the years I got to be a pampered heiress.” Blythe seemed to have truly found peace with her situation. With a friendly nod to Calliope, she moved to another part of the room.
Just then, Mavis and Portia arrived, catching sight of Blythe as she departed. “What did she say to you? She wasn’t giving you a hard time out of jealousy, was she?” Portia asked, concerned. “She’s not going to pull a Lisette and cause trouble at the party, is she p>
“No, she won’t,” Calliope said with a reassuring smile. “She’s nothing like Lisette p>