LOGINWell,” he said slowly, rolling his jaw as he straightened. “That’s new.” His companions burst into uneasy laughter, some glancing around as patrons stared in shock. Amelia’s heart dropped. “You’ve got spirit,” he continued, smiling. “I like that.” “I don’t care what you like,” Amelia said, b
The restaurant was alive the way it always was during peak hours—soft classical music floating through the air, crystal chandeliers glowing warmly above polished marble floors, and the low hum of refined conversations blending with the clink of cutlery. It was a place of reputation, built from Maya’
The next morning, Rose arrived at school as usual, her expression calm and unreadable as she stepped out of the car. The campus ground buzzed with the familiar noise of students chatting, laughing, and rushing to their classes, but something about the atmosphere felt slightly tense—as if an undercur
“I gave them your contact details,” Rose said plainly. “If they decide to discuss anything regarding investments of the project and accept my request, they’ll likely reach out to you directly.” There was a brief pause on the line before Nancy sighed—then laughed. “You’re moving fast, Rose. How are
After a while Luthor finally arrived, the door opened quietly, and he stepped inside, his expression still carrying traces of seriousness from his meeting at Ashmore Legal Group. His gaze swept the room out of habit before landing on Rose. A flicker of surprise crossed his face—brief but unmistakabl
After Maya calmed down, Rose glanced around the office. “Where’s Brother Luthor? I thought I’d see him here.” Maya sighed softly. “He left earlier with Ms. Evelyn. She needed to discuss something with him personally at Ashmore Legal Group.” Rose nodded, understanding. “I’ll wait for him, then.”







