It took Hera a while to calm her nerves. The list sprawled across several pages, and she had only managed a cursory nce. She knew she''d have to study it carefullyter to fully grasp the extent of the holdings. With so manypanies listed, memorizing them all seemed like a daunting task.
"I understand, Grandpa. I''ll take my time to go through it before I rest tonight," she said, offering her grandfather a reassuring smile.
He happily nodded, and Alfonse passed him a ck leather briefcase. After it was opened, he turned the briefcase to face Hera. Inside were a ck card and a customized ck iPhone that had a cool gold dragon printed on the case.
"Is this for me Grandpa?"
He again nodded. "Indeed." He pointed at the ck card. "This card will function as a membership card for all establishments under our banner and luxury brands, and it will receive all ie from thepanies under Avery Consortium. The funds inside have umted since your parents'' passing. You can use them however you like."
The ck card also features the same gold dragon printed on the front alongside her name.
He then pointed at the phone. "This device was customized to ensure it''s hack-proof, and in case of emergencies, our team can still locate you. It boasts high-end specifications and is pretty durablepared to the one you see in the market. Both items are exclusively tailored for you."
Hera''s brain was buzzing. <i>''Was this the privilege of being wealthy? Absolutely! It felt pretty cool!''</i>
With just one card, she could ess all the exclusive establishments and even use it for payments. And the sleek design of the phone was a cherry on top.
Unable to contain her excitement, Hera let out a silly smile in front of her grandfather, prompting the two old men to share a chuckle.
"Now then, young miss, why don''t we take a little stroll?" Alfonse suggested, gesturing for Hera to follow him out.
Hera nced at her grandfather hesitantly, but he gave her a reassuring nod. With a sigh, she decided to follow Alfonse.
They headed to an elevator, and Alfonse pressed the button for the underground level. Hera waspletely clueless about their destination, so she assumed that Alfonse would give her a tour of the entire mansion, starting from the basement. However, considering the immense size of the mansion, she realized that touring the entire ce would likely take more than just half a day.
When the doors opened, Alfonse stepped out, leaving Hera momentarily dazed. As she emerged from the elevator, she was greeted by a dazzling array of luxury cars. From sleek sports cars to SUVs and even limited editions, the underground space resembled a high-end car dealership.
Seeing the impressive disy of luxury cars, Hera''s initial surprise had worn off. The revtion of her family''s wealth had been unfolding gradually, and by now, her sense of astonishment had fully subsided or maybe expired.
Though not a car aficionado, Hera couldn''t help but feel delighted at the sight of the sports cars and limited editions. While she might not possess an extensive knowledge of automobiles, she appreciated the allure of these sleek machines. Having experienced the stark contrast between driving a regr car and a luxury one, she knew the difference was truly transformative, elevating the driving experience to something truly exhrating.
"Young miss, the Old Master mentioned that you can choose up to 5 cars to use. While all of these are indeed yours, your parking space might be limited, so he suggests starting with at least 5." Alfonse exined patiently.
"W-why 5?" Hera''s surprise was evident. <i>''Do I have to use one a day?''</i>
As she pondered, Hera observed the array of cars before her. It dawned on her: Were these vehicles actually in use, or were they merely part of a collection? A significant portion appeared to be limited editions from various car manufacturers.
Hera let out a sigh, ''Well it''s better to utilize one car each day than let them collect dust in the garage. It was a beneficial arrangement for me anyway.''
"If I''m going to choose, I might as well pick the best," Hera mused. "So, Uncle Alfonse, why don''t you show me the cream of the crop in this collection?" She shed a grin, eager to explore the finest automobiles avable.
Alfonse chuckled. "Very well then, follow me." He led Hera to the innermost part of the garage, where the favorites of the collection were parked. With a sweeping gesture, he indicated the array of vehicles. "You can take your pick from here to there."
Hera carefully observed the cars as Alfonse enthusiastically exined their specifications. While he delved into the technical details, Hera''s eyes were drawn to the sleek designs. She pointed to the one that most appealed to her aesthetic sensibilities. At that moment, she cared less about the specifications and more about the visual appeal. After all, sometimes girls just want something that looks good and she''s no different from those girls when ites to cars.
In the end, she opted for the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster, Bugatti La Voiture Noire, Rolls-Royce La Rose Noire Droptail, Pagani Codalunga, and Bugatti Mistral.
Alfonse nodded in agreement with Hera''s choice, silently acknowledging her keen eye for aesthetics. "Would you like to customize the color or change the interior to suit your preferences?" he inquired, offering her the opportunity to further personalize her selection.
"Hmmm," she pondered, cing a finger on her chin. "I adore the amethyst color of the Rolls-Royce, so let''s keep it as is. As for the Pagani, its ssic design calls for a matte mint pink. The Bugatti Mistral should gleam in a sparkly navy blue, while the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster demands a ming red. And finally, matte ck suits the Bugatti La Voiture Noire perfectly."
"I''d also like the interior to be plush andfortable, with LED ambiance pink lights entuating the car''s contours for that extra cool factor," Hera grinned like a child in a candy store.
"Got it, young miss. I''ll send your selections to the shop first thing tomorrow morning for both interior and exterior customization," Alfonse confirmed.
Hera nodded in satisfaction, her excitement palpable as she anticipated driving her customized cars.
She relished driving, particrly at high speeds.
After their tour, Hera and Alfonse headed directly to the dining room where Old Master Avery awaited them at the head of the table.
Taking her ce beside him, Hera noticed an array of dishesid out, featuring her favorite seafood and vegetables. She understood this to be her grandfather''s way of doting on her.
With a sweet smile, she began to serve her grandfather, carefully selecting dishes and cing them on his te. "Grandpa, you should have this. It''s good for your health, and the soup will help with blood cirction," she said as shedled some soup into his bowl.
For the first time in years, the once quiet dining room echoed with the sound of joyousughter. The scene brought tears to Alfonse''s eyes as memories of the days when the young master and young madam graced these halls flooded his mind. Seeing his master now, smiling from ear to ear, filled him with overwhelming happiness.