"Rose, would you like to join us for lunch later?” Felix asked Rose, not paying attention to his other friends. Since they were already engrossed with their matter, he took the opportunity to invite Rose to eat with them." Hey, what did you think you were doing with my cousin?” Leo grabbed the back of Felix’s shirt and pulled him away from Rose.“I was asking if Rose would join us for lunch since that is what we wanted to ask her before." Felix replied as he smoothed his shirt. They have no other reason for following Leo than to invite Rose to eat with them this afternoon. Last time they met her, she was dragged away by her friend before they could even ask her.“Felix is right. So Rose, would you join us?” Kaleb, the one who seems calmer among them, asked.“No, I'm too busy for that." Rose coldly rejected the offer. There is absolutely no way she would sit down and have lunch with this bunch of boys. She would lose her mind totally.“You heard her guys, so let her be." Leo quickly
The Gray couple couldn't care less where Rose had been, or what she had been up to. All Rose had to tell them was that she was out shopping or hanging out with friends and they would easily believe her. Thanks to Theresa, she had been skipping dinner very well at home.It was another evening at Kehlani's. Rose had just finished her homework. She nibbled on some nuts, the nighttime energy snacks Theresa prepared, and then casually pulled out a big book album from her bag to show Theresa."Mrs. Theresa, would you like to have a look?" Rose said, calling Theresa’s attention to her.Theresa smiled, wondering what it was about. “What is that, Rose?" She asked.Rose just smiled and handed the book over to Theresa who grew curious to know what was in the book. She said nothing else and opened the book only to be surprised to see the content. They were fashion design sketches, creative, stylish, and innovative. With her expertise in the fashion field, she could tell straight away that the d
They understood what Rose meant. She was prepared. If anyone intervened, she would not retreat but fight.She was still the daughter of the Gray family, one of the richest families in California and Grand niece of those Anderson’s who had the power in California that no one should ever underrate.Kehlani didn't really understand much about business, but she knew she wanted to help her friend. If it was important to Rose, then it was important to her."Mum, please say yes. I trust Rose, and I trust you."" Mrs. Theresa, If it's okay for me to interfere. I'd say you take up this offer from Rose. I don't know what is on ground before but I see a lot of benefits from this offer.” Unlike Kehlani, Sandra understood business very well because she used to assist her mother to handle their restaurant. It was a secret she made her mother promise to keep but she had always been the person who helped her parents come up with new business strategies.Theresa knew there was a lot of risk if she
The next day, Rose was about to leave with Kehlani after school. Sandra was not with them today because she had to go home for something important. Suddenly her phone rang, making Rose stop.Kehlani saw a frown on her face and wondered what it was about. "Is everything ok? Who was it?"Rose rarely used her phone, and people rarely called her. This was unusual."It was my step-mother. She said there was something to talk to me about and asked me to go home now." Rose answered while thinking, ‘What is it about? This is weird and I don't like this.’“Are you okay, Rose?" Kehlani asked, snapping Rose out of her thoughts.“I will drop you off at home and head home as well." Rose told Kehlani, who nodded at her as they walked to where Luthor was waiting for them.After dropping Kehlani just like she said, she told Luthor to drive home. As soon as she opened the door, she heard Beatrice laughing flirtatiously, and wondered what was happening.‘What is that woman up to laughing like that?’
The maid quickly handed the cup to Rose, collected it and had a few sips before she finally spoke. "What exactly did you ask me to home for, step mother?" Rose asked Beatrice.“Um…..I asked you to come so that I can introduce you to the tutor I hired for you." Beatrice was taken aback at first but she quickly controlled herself.“Aha, Just a tutor. I thought it was someone important." Rose said indifferentlyShe acted like a spoiled rich girl, and there was apparent disdain in her tone.Henry instantly felt like someone had slapped him hard on his face. He blushed with embarrassment. It was the very first time a girl had shown a dislike for him.Yet, he composed himself, forced a smile on his face, and carried on, "Roseline, I have to say you are very pretty and.."Everyone loves compliments. Girls love to know people think they are pretty. Henry thought he could use the same tactic with Rose since he saw her as an easy girl.However, before he could finish his sentence, Rose coldly c
Meanwhile, Beatrice is also in the same situation as Henry. She chose Henry because she was sure that he was the sort of guy Rose would like in an instant. Isn't he her cup of tea? Why is she behaving like this? She had no time to figure it out now, so she dropped the matter off her mind and quickly ran after Henry. "Mr. Walker, stay, please. I'm really sorry. It's my fault. You see, I've spoiled her too much. Please don't be angry." She pleaded. Henry thought here came the chance to retort. He glared at Rose, then turned back to look at Beatrice. "Mrs. Gray, you are a very caring mother, and you have done a lot for your daughter, but she's just too arrogant. Even though I'm not the direct heir of the Walker family, I'm still the second son and I have my dignity. I refuse to be humiliated by someone insolent like her." "Tut" Rose let out a loud noise of disapproval and accidentally spat out the tea in her mouth. ‘Dignity?! Hahaha. Did he actually say dignity?! How shameless! To lu
After Henry stormed out of the room in rage and was defeated. Rose felt rewarded and uplifted. ‘Aii, revenge does make you feel good. I shall do more of this often since I feel at peace now.’ Rose stood up from her seat and walked to her room while humming a cheery tune, dropped her school bag on the bed and went to open the window that led to the balcony. She intended to sit down and take some fresh air but paused when she saw both Beatrice and Henry standing by the spring in the garden. They both looked emotional, Henry was intending to walk away and Beatrice was also trying to stop him. Some words were exchanged, and a few minutes passed till Henry was finally persuaded as he looked calm and showed a wicked smile. It seemed they were conspiring against her. ‘Hmm, plotting against me, is that it?’ Rose thought as she stared at the two people outside. After a while, Henry walked towards the gate while Beatrice watched him. She stood there for a while as if she was in deep though
Rose threw another cheeky smile at Beatrice. “Well, that is something my father doesn't need to know. Moreover, father loves you so much so there is no way he would ever say no to you. You will stand by my side, won't you, mother? Huh? Please?” Beatrice didn't expect such cheekiness and had to give in helplessly, "Of course, sweetheart." ‘I will let you off this time, for now. I need to think of a better plan. A long-term one.’ Then she suddenly remembered something and said, "By the way, where are the jade rings and bracelets I bought you? I will keep them safe for you, and you just let me know when you need them." Almost eight billion dollars, they cost a lot! ‘If the money was spent on my own daughter, Sophia, it's alright, but on this little bugger! Thinking about it just makes me angry. Now that people have seen her wear it, it's time to get them back.’ "Oh, but er…" Rose frowned, "About that, I've put them in the safe in the bank." ‘This little brat! You are quick, a