Chapter 39 How Far Has It Developed ? Get Bon What should we do now ? The banquet will start in just over half an hour , and Marie still needs to find an evening gown . She sat on the couch , worrying and wondering if she should go to Olive's room to borrow an outfit . But wearing someone else's clothes would be quite embarrassing , wouldn't it ? Torn between choices , Asher walked in and called out , " Marie , girl , come here . " Marie stood up and walked over , asking , " Grandpa , what's wrong ? " " What's wrong with you ? You've been looking so worried and haven't visited Grandpa for days . ' Asher complained . " " Grandpa , I don't have a formal dress , so I can't attend the Hebert family's banquet . " Marie said . " Hmph , screw up at the crucial moment , " Asher said . " Grandpa , are you here just to rub salt in my wounds ? I am your dear granddaughter , after all ! " Marie said . " Ms. Marie , don't be so worried and upset . Look , what's this ? " Edward walked up from behind Asher , holding a beautifully wrapped gift box in his hands . Marie walked over and untied the ribbon on the gift box . Opening it , she found a stunning haute couture dress inside . Marie's eyes widened in surprise , " Is this for me ? " " Ms. Marie , who else could it be for ? Go ahead and try it on ! " Edward said with a smile . Marie immediately hugged the box and ran back to her room , closing the door to change her clothes . When she came down the stairs again , Asher was completely mesmerized . Marie appeared in a white halter - neck long dress , revealing her delicate shoulders . Her waist was slender , and the light gauze of the skirt spread out slightly . The hem was adorned with pale pink peach blossoms , and with each step she took , she exuded an air of elegance . Her long , dark hair was slightly curled , cascading down to her waist . Her face was adorned with a light touch of makeup , and her big , twinkling eyes made her look like a fairy who had just stepped out of the woods . Asher could hardly believe it . This was his granddaughter who had been silent for eighteen years ! Marie walked downstairs , hugged Asher , and happily said , " Grandpa ! Thank you so much ! You really lent a hand in times of trouble ! And it fits perfectly , it looks so nice ! " Chapter 39 How Far Has It Developed ? 23.95 % Asher said with a chuckle , " As long as you like it , that's all that matters . " Get Bonus Again , she asked , " Marie , how far have you and Dennis progressed in your relationship ? " Marie was taken aback , thinking of Dennis made her angry . He always seemed to lose his temper for no reason . Annoyed , she said , " What kind of relationship could we possibly have ? I'm just a high school student , I'm not worthy of Mr. Whitney . " Surprisingly , Asher wasn't angry . Instead , he said with a smile , " Alright , go ahead . The banquet is about to begin . " " Isn't Grandpa going ? " Marie asked . " I'm getting old and too lazy to move around . You go have fun and see the world . " Asher said . Maric picked up her purse and headed out the door . Asher even arranged for a driver to take her there . Marie couldn't help but wonder what has he got up his sleeves , being so considerate ? At the Hebert residence . Upon arriving at the banquet hall , Carly excitedly dashed off like a butterfly to find Ira . Meanwhile , Mia was surrounded by a group of ladies , chatting away and showing off her expensive jewelry and elegant gown . She reveled in the praise from everyone around her , thinking about how Marie , that young girl , could only stay cooped up in the Spence mansion . Her late mother was no match for her either . The position of Mrs. Spence rightfully belonged to her ! The Spence family's fortune belongs to her children too ! That little wretch better not think about taking even a single penny of it ! Soon , she will bring about her own downfall and disgrace ! Carly had already found Ira . Today , she was wearing a white mini dress , with her hair styled in princess curls . She looked like an adorable little princess . Ira had only recently started spending time with Carly , and seeing her sweet appearance made his heart race . The two of them squeezed into the small room upstairs . Ira couldn't help but reach his hand under Carly's skirt . With a mix of reluctance and temptation , Carly said , " Ira , don't do this … " Ira was melted to the core by this sweet and gentle voice , saying , " Carly , you're so beautiful … " Carly asked , " So , am I the only one in your heart ? " " Of course , once you start college , we'll get engaged , and when you graduate , we'll get married . I want to give you the best of everything . " Ira said with deep affection . Carly's heart bloomed with happiness as she leaned in to kiss Ira . Chapter 39 How Far Has It Developed ? 24 16 % Get Bortl Suddenly recalling the day Marie said she went on a date with Ira , I hesitated for a moment and asked , " Ira , do you still remember my friend Marie ? " " You mean that fatso Marie ? " Ira said with disdain , feeling nauseated just thinking about Marie's flabby body and disheveled appearance . Carly hesitated for a moment and said , " Ira , Marie has changed , don't talk about her like that . " " Alright , alright , I won't say anything more . I'll listen to you . But no matter how different she is , you're the only one in my eyes . " Ira promised . Carly leaned into Ira's embrace with a charming smile and said , " Ira , you're so wonderful . " The two people spent quite some time being affectionate with each other before finally coming downstairs . Chapter 39 How Far Has It Developed ?