Chapter 618 As soon as the news broke that Aubree was planning to invest and build in the Drebay City , the whole region was instantly abuzz . The Lawson family in Drebay City was just like the Turner family in Rithol City . They are one of the region's top elite families . When news about Bryan and Elizabeth broke out earlier , the Lawson family also gained significantly from the buzz . Aubree's business was mainly concentrated in Rithol City and Südlichen Strand , with some operations in Nadio , but she had no connection to Drebay City . Even so , her name was well known there . She had skyrocketed to fame in just a few years . Back then , people called her a prodigy ; now , she was already the youngest entrepreneur in the game . With two major successes - GrabCheap and Zappy - under her belt , she had sparked an entire trend in the live - streaming industry . Her net worth ranked among the very top nationwide . Additionally , Aubree had significant overseas ventures . Then there was her relationship with the Wilson family . Though rumours claimed the two sides didn't get along , family was still family - you couldn't draw a clear line . The Lawson and Wilson families were related by marriage , so if Aubree planned to expand her business into Drebay City , who was to say she wouldn't let the Lawson family in on the action ? The attention surrounding Aubree in Drebay City was at an all - time high . For one thing , she was planning to invest in and build factories in the region - making her a walking goldmine . Once that money started flowing in , it would immediately drive growth across related industries and boost small and medium - sized businesses in the area , giving the local economy a significant boost . For another , there were the established local giants . The biggest names in the region had been eager to work with Aubree for a long time , and now this golden opportunity had practically landed on their doorstep . If they didn't seize it now , when would they ? As soon as her flight was confirmed , she notified the team handling her reception in Drebay City . " She's arriving tomorrow ? " someone asked . " Yeah , her flight's in the morning - she'll land just before noon . Lunch has already been arranged , " another confirmed . " Aubree used to work in e - commerce and short video platforms , " someone said , " but recently , she's built strong ties with the senior researchers at the Rithol City institute . She's invested heavily in them and even contributed ideas to improve their projects . " Others agreed , " Some people are just naturally gifted , you know ? I heard she studied finance at Rithol University . Even though she has only read a few books and taken a couple of courses on semiconductors , she has already come up with some real insights . She even helped the research team solve a few major technical challenges . With a brain like that - if she ever dedicated herself to serving the country , can you imagine the possibilities . " " Come on , " someone else chimed in . " Isn't she already doing that ? Look at how much money she's pouring in . The higher - ups have been treating this very seriously ever since they heard the news . " " Anyway , when Aubree comes to Drebay City , we've got to make sure both she and her money stay right here , " another person added : The Drebay City Commerce Committee had already finalised all the airport pickup arrangements for her . Everything was in place - now , all that was left was for Aubree to arrive so they could finally sit down and talk business . In another classic , elegant courtyard in Drebay City , a middle - aged woman dressed in a sky - blue traditional gown , her hair neatly pinned up 1/2 Chapter 618 15 Aug 17 and her every movement graceful , said , " Jasper , your son's calling . " She walked over and handed the phone to the man sitting on the sofa . The man , dressed in a suit and watching the news , had stern features and an air of quiet authority . Even seated , he exuded a presence that demanded both respect and a hint of fear . As the man received the call , he could be heard saying , " Hello ? " " You're coming back ? " " Sure , I'll have someone arrange it . " " So , what did your son say ? " Pamela pressed , unable to hide her impatience . " Honestly , isn't developing here in Drebay City good enough ? Why do you insist on sending him to Rithol City ? " Jasper Lawson frowned in response , " He'll have far more opportunities to grow in Rithol City . Of course , we can't let that chance slip by .