However, today’s youth tend to be open-minded and are generally reluctant to marry. As a result, there is an increasing number of single men and women. A low marriage rate often leads to a low fertility rate as well. Regardless of how many policies the government implements, it struggles to motivate young people to marry and start families.
As the two individuals conversed while walking, they soon reached the entrance of the villa.
With most of the guests having arrived, the open-air parking area in Erickson’s courtyard was unable to accommodate all the vehicles.
Servants from the Erickson family were directing guests to park their cars at the villa’s entrance or along the roadside.
A long line of cars was parked along the street.
“Miss,” a servant called out upon seeing Rylee exit the villa.
Rylee greeted the newly arrived guests and, after exchanging pleasantries, instructed others to escort them into the villa.
Glancing around, she noticed that Mrs. Labbe was not present, so she inquired, “Where is Mrs. Labbe?”
Inside the car, Carrie spotted Camryn and Rylee. She had previously attended banquets with her mother and had seen Rylee on multiple occasions, but they had never interacted. Although she recognized Rylee, Rylee did not recognize her.
In the past, Carrie, the second daughter of the Newman family, felt overshadowed by the daughter of the Erickson family.
Rylee was Elisa’s closest friend and was often seen alongside her.
Why was Camryn with Rylee?
Carrie wondered to herself.
Previously, she had struggled to befriend the wealthy ladies she admired. Now, seeing Camryn, whom she had always looked down upon, alongside Rylee, who was a close friend, stirred feelings of jealousy in Carrie.
“Madam, please…”
“Control your emotions, Madam. You only need to stay for half an hour at tonight’s banquet. No flaws must be revealed,” the Labbe family bodyguard reminded Carrie coldly.
Carrie recalled Mr. Labbe’s ruthlessness, causing her heart to tremble. She quickly replied, “I understand.”
“Get out of the car,” the bodyguard repeated.
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The banquet hosted by the Erickson family attracted prominent ladies and wealthy individuals from Wiltspoon’s business community, along with many bosses who accompanied their wives.
This was Mrs. Labbe’s first appearance at a high-society banquet in Wiltspoon. She maintained a low profile and avoided being overly arrogant.
The two bodyguards exited the car first, then assisted Carrie by opening the door for her.
Dressed in a red evening gown with a shawl, Carrie exuded elegance with her fair skin and dignified presence.
Being young and full of vitality, she opted for light makeup to enhance her natural beauty.
She also carried a red, exquisite handbag. Upon exiting the car, she glanced around before walking toward Rylee and Camryn, flanked by her two bodyguards.
“Mrs. Labbe,” Rylee greeted her with a polite smile.
“I am Rylee, the daughter of the Erickson family. Mrs. Labbe, please come in,” Rylee continued, realizing she didn’t recognize Carrie. She warmly invited her into the villa.