Julia's POV
The room buzzed with excitement as flashes from the cameras illuminated the elegant space of my parent’s home, the manor. I stood at the center, commanding attention as I rounded up the photo shoot.
It was Dad’s idea to throw a celebratory dinner party at the manor a week after the hotel’s success. Lilian had been discharged from the hospital, Sterling was back to the penthouse and despite our insistence on him avoiding strenuous jobs in the house, he still took over the kitchen tasks, directing the cooks and maids as he resumed his job fully.
"Alright, everyone, let's make magic happen!" I announced, my voice filled with pride and satisfaction. "This hotel has been ranked number one in NYC, thanks to all of you!"
As glasses clinked and cheers erupted, I raised my own gla
