Meanwhile, Luthor was lying face up on his bed in his room. He was staring up at the ceiling as he mind was occupied with different thoughts. He had only told Maya about the job offer Rose gave him but skipped the part where she said she wanted to invest in their family and would help them release their father. He wasn’t sure how Maya would take this matter so he chose to not tell her yet. He suddenly snapped out of his thoughts when he heard a knock on his room door. “Come in.” He answered and the door pushed open as Amelia strutted into the room. “Mia, it's you? What brought you here?” Luthor asked as he adjusted to a sitting position on the bed when he saw his younger sister in his room. “Well, I came to see you.” Amelia replied casually as she walked over to the bed and sat down by the edge of it while looking at Luthor . “What happened? Is there something you want to tell me?” He asked with a raised brow. “I should be the one asking if there is anything you want to tell us?
*****The next day*******Rose walked out of her dressing room fully dressed in long black pants, black blouse and a long black and white stripes coat. She paired her outfit with a white sneakers and tied her hair into a low ponytail. Her dressing style looked mature and casual because she was an adult in mentality. After she was satisfied with her look, she grabbed her black backpack and strolled out of the room.It was the weekend, when she got downstairs, she wasn't surprised when she didn't see both Sofia and Beatrice again. The mother and daughter must have gone out again since they always have plans. This was how they treated her in her past life, leaving her alone at home and not bothering about. Well, Rose cared less about them now because she also has a place to be right now and her uber ride she had ordered was already waiting outside for her. “Young Miss, you're going out?" Paige asked when she saw how Rose was fully dressed in an outing outfit.“Yes. It's the weekend so I
Rose looked at Luthor as he gave the name of the car shop to the driver who nodded his head. It seems like she was right by asking Luthor to give the addresses. Not only because he was a taxi driver but also because he was a son of the Hoult family. They might be so wealthy but they were still a third-tier family in the past, meaning the son of such a family should have knowledge about places like this and she was right.“You've told Mrs. Maya about the job I offered you right, brother Luthor." Rose asked as she turned to look at Luthor.“Yes," Luthor calmly nodded his head.“Good. I wouldn't want her to be shocked when she finds out." Rose remarked with a relieved expression. “Is that all you're going to ask?" Luthor asked, expecting some more important questions from Rose.“Did you want me to ask more questions?" Rose raised her brow at him. She had an inkling what he meant but was going to act like she didn't.“Fine, since you want me to ask more questions, I would then. Was Mrs.
The moment both Rose and Luthor stepped into the car shop building, they were both blown away by shock and surprised with what they saw inside the building. Contrary to how the exterior of the building was huge, Rose expected the inside of the building to be big as well but this was beyond what her expectations was. They were both greeted by a very large and spacious interior. It was a large exhibition area and there were a lot of luxurious cars displayed of different sizes, brand names, shapes, colors. The lights in the building reflected off the body of cars and gave them a bit of glow. As she gazed at the scene in front of her, it was undeniable that someone like Rose who knew nothing about cars wouldn't be blown away. Even Luthor himself was, because this was the first time he would be entering and visiting a car shop like this. He had only heard about this place and decided to bring Rose here since there were good rumors surrounding this particular car shop that sells expensi
“Hmm." Rose hummed softly and turned to look at Luthor. " I think we should split up. Once you find a car suitable enough and expensive you can call me. We are not going for anything less but expensive cars.” She told Luthor who calmly nodded his head at her. " You go with the female attendant, I will go with the fine young man. We would be able to share the same thoughts as men.” Luthor told Rose as he glanced at Boyd, who was caught off guard. He felt an ominous feeling behind what Luthor said, giving the way Luthor narrowed his eyes at him. He might be dressed poorly, but he could sense danger around the man that had walked in with this beautiful young girl. Luthor had noticed how Boyd's eyes were on Rose the whole time, so he decided to have him by his side when Rose said they should split up. He felt more at ease if it was the female attendant that Rose was with rather than Boyd who was staring nonstop at her. “As you wish." Rose shrugged her shoulders casually before tu
He instantly recognized them, most especially the woman that was currently yelling at Luthor. She was one of the VIP clients in their stall and he hadn’t noticed her earlier with her friends. On the other hand, Luthor frowned at the way the woman yelled at him as if he was at fault. Normally, he wasn't supposed to apologize to the woman because despite the fact he wasn’t paying attention to the front, he was still walking in a proper way which was enough to not let him bump into anyone. Instead it was the woman who was at fault for not focusing on where she was going and bumped into him instead. Technically, she was the one who was supposed to apologize to him but he still chose to say sorry to her out of courtesy. Instead of letting it go she was yelling at him like it was his fault. “Why are you yelling at me when you’re the one who wasn’t paying attention to where you are going? Besides, you should be glad I didn’t demand an apology from you.” Luthor remarked, the frown on hi
"Are you nuts? You dare to say that I'm lying right?! Are you tired of working? If this bastard isn't causing discomfort to others, then I'm uncomfortable just by seeing him!” Lara yelled at Boyd when she heard his reply. “How can someone like him be a customer here? He clearly can even afford to buy that bag not to talk of him buying a car." “I'm starting to think this store is trying to insult us high class socialites by allowing people that are not in the same level as us to enter a place like this. What is this store trying to prove?” "That's right. Isn't this place meant for only high class people like us? How can they let us share the same roof with people like this." Lara’s three friends also added in support of their friend. When the other customers heard the women's words, they couldn't help but feel the same way that the store was trying to insult the higher class by allowing Luthor, who wasn't dressed in expensive clothes, to come here. They started to murmur am
Unlike Luthor, Rose was still dressed neatly and even though it wasn't really expensive clothes, she knew that the clothes she was wearing were expensive as well. And with the way she carried herself and the air surrounding her, she could tell that Rose might come from a rich household as well. Rose ignored Lara and turned to look at Luthor. “Did you find anything, brother Luthor?" She asked him. “I didn't. Why are you here?" Luthor replied and asked Rose. Even though he acted like he wasn't surprised to see her, he really was. "I came because you weren't answering my calls when I called you." Rose replied. She has been trying to contact Luthor but when he didn't answer his calls she asked Doris to bring her to where he was. Everyone thought she had just gotten to the scene when I'm reality she had been watching the little argument between Luthor and Lara from the moment when she asked them to kick Luthor out of the store. No one had noticed her because their attention was on the
“Yes, that's true, I've only seen Sophia around but not your oldest first daughter.” Mrs. Will interfered when she too heard Mrs. Phillip’s question. She planned to ask Beatrice because she had been looking around for Rose but couldn't find her. “Thank God, I thought I was the only one who missed seeing that cute loveable child. Where did you say she is, Beatrice?” Mrs. Phillip asked again despite knowing that Beatrice hadn't replied yet. Beatrice smiled at both Mrs. Phillip and Mrs. Will. ‘You crazy two bitches. I'm already prepared for you.’ she thought to herself. She was aware that these two women were nothing but trouble, that's why she prepared herself for them since she had no choice but to invite them to her little party. “Oh, well, my poor Rose has a fever and is staying in bed. I told her not to come outside because of the cold weather and her fever could worsen.” She calmly answered. “Oh dear, is Rose okay? Why didn't you let us know beforehand." Mrs. Phillip worriedly
Once, Rose had believed that Beatrice cared for her. She had believed in her kindness, thinking that maybe Beatrice did see her as a daughter. But now, she saw through the facade. Beatrice wasn’t protecting her. She was merely covering for her son, brushing away his actions as though they were minor inconveniences. Each word of Beatrice’s “comfort” felt like salt in a wound. Still in pain and unable to walk comfortably, Rose was confined to her bed. Though Rose's leg had healed more than she portrayed it to everyone, it was also part of her plan. During her confinement, Rose constantly talked with Nicholas and gave him directions on the things she wanted him to do with the security video she asked him to find. Although he could fairly guess what his little cousin was up to, Nicholas was still confused about how she was planning all this in her little head. Yet, despite her stepdaughter’s state, Beatrice's grand birthday party carried on as planned. The house bustled with preparatio
The next day, Rose received a call from Theresa in the morning, telling her to visit the store because of something important. Rose actually thought it was something that wouldn't take time so she lied to Beatrice who was at home that she was going to her friend's place. As expected, Beatrice didn't probe too much and let Rose leave. It was only when Rose got there did she realize that it was going to take a while for her to finish up with the meeting so she tried to rush things up. Nancy sent a text message to Rose when she was having a meeting with Theresa, in order to inform Rose that she would soon be arriving at the location of the first house on Rose's list. Nancy wanted Rose to be present personally, so that she can be able to negotiate some of the terms with the real estate agent. Rose would have loved to attend the meeting but it was impossible since her meeting with Theresa wasn't over yet. As a result, she had no other choice but to text Nancy and told her to carry on w
“That is an excellent choice. I will give the estate manager incharge of these properties a call tonight and we can meet at the location to sign the complete deal.” Nancy suggested. Rose easily agrees to Nancy's term since she found the suggestion acceptable.“That's fine by me. I'll meet you there tomorrow morning.” “Yes, but that is not the case here. I don't think it's wise for you to go out again tomorrow with how you look." She added as she looked at Rose who tilted her head to the side. There is no way she wanted Rose to walk around with that face again tomorrow. Today was a mistake because she didn't know what happened to her.“Are you worried about me, big sister? Don't because I am fine. Besides, I need to handle this before it gets late because I will be needing it soon." Rose replied, giving a reassuring smile at Nancy.“I know but I still think you should get better first, huh? You have to care about yourself more." Nancy argued, despite knowing that Rose was right. Howe
When they arrived at their destination, Rose told Luthor to wait for her while she headed to the restaurant entrance.Immediately she entered the restaurant, she sighted Nancy sitting at one of the tables by the window so she made her way there while trying to control herself from limping too much.“I'm sorry for making you wait for me, sister Nancy." Rose said as she stood in front of the table.“Oh dear, Rose what happened to your face?” Nancy looked up when she heard Rose's voice ready to greet her with a smile but she was shocked when she saw Rose.Rose gave Nancy a smile before taking her seat in front of her. “It's nothing serious, I just got into a little accident but I'm healing now." She replied.“You should have told me about this, I wouldn't have accepted us to meet today. Are you sure you're okay coming out like this?" Nancy worriedly asked. “I am, don't worry about me." Rose nodded her head at Nancy but it wasn't enough to make the woman stop worrying about her. She was
………..The next day, Rose was unable to go to school because of injuries. After everyone had left the mansion, Rose picked up her phone and called Luthor to get the car ready for her.Well, the Gray family thought she would be unable to go out but that wasn't true, she had got appointments with Nancy who was already waiting for her at the restaurant they were supposed to meet.A few minutes later, Rose stepped out of her building fully dressed in all black clothes and backpack. Luthor, who was already waiting for her, stepped out of the driver seat and opened the back seat door for her.“Are you sure you should be going out in that condition?" Luthor asked as he drove out of the mansion. Earlier he had watched Rose limp into the car when he hadn't taken his eyes off her. Even as she sat in the car pressing her cellphone his gaze constantly fell on her bruised face and leg.Rose looked up from her phone and glanced at the driver seat. “Yes. It's important. And I told you not to have th
Beatrice was caught off guard when she heard Rose. How was she supposed to reply to that?Seeing her mother in a difficult situation to come up with something to say, Sophia tugged Rose's hand. “Sister, don't think like that. Ever since you left and mom found out that Victor chased you out, mom scolded him really really badly on your behalf." As a sweet-talker, Sophia expected her tricks to work on Roes who smiled at her and pretended like she never did anything earlier. It almost looked like she was a robot that was being rubbotted.Ah, yes. But it seems like my scolding isn't enough for him. I will make sure to seek punishment for him from your father when he comes back. My darling, I'm sorry for coming so late." Beatrice took the opportunity crested by her daughter and came up with something quickly.Rose smiled upon seeing how mother and daughter keep trying to come up with an excuse to cover for each other. Not wanting to drag on seeing their faces, Rose lied that she wanted to
Rose, who was busy taking her nap, frowned when she felt the presence in her room. ‘I should have locked that door earlier.’“Sister, wake up. It's me, Sophia." Sophia persistently shook Rose's body, making her groan in pain at how tight Sophia's grip was.“It hurts, Sophia.” Rose mumbled as she gently pushed Sophia's hand away and sat up on the bed." Oh, I'm sorry. Mother and I were just so excited and happy when we heard that you're back." Sophia quickly apologized as she sat beside Rose on the bed."Roseline, dear. Why did you do that? Do you have any idea how worried I was when I heard that you left the mansion? Your father got angry at me because of that.” Beatrice suddenly ranted as she looked at Rose with a fake worried expression on her face.“Mother, I didn't leave just like that. I had no choice but to listen to Victor when he chased me out because I didn't want him to get more angry with me." Rose replied as she looked up at Beatrice. Honestly, she wasn't really in the moo
Just as she was about to go inside, the gates opened and another car which belonged to Beatrice drove in as well, making Sophia pause.“Sophia, what are you doing outside still dressed like that?"Beatrice questioned as she stepped out of the car along with Victor. She had a scowl on her face when she saw her daughter still dressed the same way she had dressed when she left this morning.“I just got back home now." Sophia casually replied to her mother. “And before you scold me, I went out with my friends after school so I was late because of that." She quickly added, knowing what her mother might say next.“Mom, stop looking at Sophia like that. She is old enough to hang out with her friends, isn't she?” Victor suddenly Interjected while winking at his sister who smiled at him for his help.“I know, I just want you to be careful sometimes." As expected, Beatrice couldn't win against her children and softened her gaze at Sophia.“Mommy, did you get that picture of the dress I sent to y