Chapter 250
“Yeah, I started this brand myself. Actually, it was your mom who pushed me to go for it p>
“She always said women need their own thing, their own career, not just to depend on a man p>
“Back then, I had just had the twins and felt totally lost. Your mom really opened my eyes p>
The Churchill family never had money problems. If Ophelia wanted to be a kept woman living the high life, she never had to lift a finger to work.
But she thought Melissa had a point.
Depending on someone else would never feel as good as having her own money and control.
Whatever her reasons for founding CLOUD at the start, it had given Ophelia real confidence and independence.
“Wait, are you the head designer for CLOUD?” Claire suddenly asked, the idea striking her.
Ophelia didn’t hesitate. “That’s me. I studied jewelry design way back p>
Claire’s eyes lit up. “Ophelia, you’re incredible! Every collection you design is gorgeous. You really know how to make people fall in love with your pieces p>
“Oh, you’re exaggerating,” Ophelia said, trying to sound humble, but inside she was delighted.
It was true, daughters really did know how to make you feel special.
Not to be outdone, Caleb quickly brought out his own welcome gift.
“Claire, since you’re here in Cabinda alone, I’m guessing you don’t have a place to stay yet, right p>
“You’re welcome to stay here with your grandpa for now, but eventually, you’ll want your own space p>
“I got you an apartment as a welcome gift p>
“If you sign here, I’ll have the deed put in your name p>
“The place is right between Cabinda University and Metropolitan University p>
“So whichever school you pick, you’ll have a super convenient place to live p>
Claire was speechless for a moment. She thought, Caleb really thinks of everything.
He’d even considered that she might not choose Cabinda University.
“You and Ophelia are family. She
ave me such an amazing cant accept an et
gift, breally
ament too, can I p>
Claire was honestly overwhelmed by all the generosity.
“What I gave you is from me, and what Caleb gives is from him. Just accept it,” Ophelia said.
“Don’t be shy, Claire. The one thing our family never runs out of is money p>
Norris added, “Take it. Phil, Owen, and I all got one when we turned eighteen p>
“Yeah, take it. Caleb won’t even notice one apartment missing,” Padgett said with a grin.
Caleb worked in real estate. For him, giving away an apartment was nothing. Everyone insisted, so Claire signed the paperwork right there.
Padgett looked over her signature and nodded, impressed. “Nice handwriting. You’ve got my style p>
Everyone else stayed quiet, but Claire caught Owen trying not to laugh.
Padgett’s handwriting was famous for being… not great. Sure, his
signature looked fancy, but theel
was a disaster.
No one dared call him out on it.
“So I guess it’s my turn now?” Bishop said, introducing himself. “Claire, I’m your Uncle Bishop p>
Claire smiled at him. “Hi, Bishop p>
Caleb shot Bishop a quick look, thinking he was pretty slick.
“This is for you. Have you gotten your driver’s license yet? You’ll need a car when you start college here. Bishop handed her a set of car keys.
Claire looked down at the keys, surprised by the logo. This was supposed to be just
a regular car for getting around?