In the blink of an eye, four years had passed.At Yaramoor, in Victoria College…Daisie had just finished her performance in a stage play. When she went backstage to change her clothes, she saw a bouquet of flowers and a blue gift box on her desk.She walked up to the desk, picked up the flowers, and read the card on it. “Happy Birthday.”She raised her eyelids and saw the reflection of a person who was leaning against the door in the mirror. “How do you know that it’s my birthday today?”Nollace leaned against the door. He had grown up, and his facial features had become more well-defined than before. He also looked more mature, energetic, and handsome.Holding up her promise, Daisie had gotten herself admitted to the Victoria College and majored in Drama, Theater, and Film.Together with Colton, they became alumni with Nollace.Waylon was the only one who did not choose to study at the Victoria College but studied at the top business college in Stoslo.“I dare you to name so
“But does he have to be so close to you to celebrate your birthday?” Colton let go of her and tapped her forehead with his index finger. “How much longer do you need me to worry about you?”Over the years, he had been on guard against Nollace as if he was a thief. Now that his sister had turned 18, she would definitely be taken away if he did not pay enough attention to her.Daisie rubbed her forehead and sneered. “I’m no longer a girl who needs my brother’s protection.”“Okay, our parents have already come to Yaramoor just to celebrate their little princess’s birthday. Now go and dress up well for tonight. Our little princess must be the center of attention during her birthday celebration.”Even though Daisie had come to Yaramoor to further her studies, Maisie and Nolan would come abroad and hold a banquet for her to celebrate her birthday every year.It used to be a small birthday party, but it was different this year because it was doubled as her coming-of-age ceremony. Hence,
Nolan looked at Maisie, who was standing right next to him. “She’s our daughter. How can she not look breathtakingly good?”Daisie hugged Maisie and Nolan. “Mom, Dad, I’m so happy that you’ve come to celebrate my birthday again.”Maisie stroked her hair. “It’s our little princess’s coming-of-age ceremony, after all. How could your father and I miss this party?”The birthday banquet was about to begin. All the distinguished guests were enjoying scrumptious food and smooth wine. They were all elegant and very chatty. It was only natural for Nolan and Maisie to entertain all their guests.Daisie and other socialites got together to drink and chat. Some of them were Daisie’s alumni or coursemates. “Why didn’t Young Master Knowles attend your birthday party?”Daisie was astonished by the question and replied with a smile, “Perhaps he’ll be late.”“I realized that Young Master Knowles pays quite a lot of attention to you in college. Is it possible that he’s courting you?”Daisie was c
Lisa had finally persuaded Tristan to bring her to the banquet. She also thought that with so many influential individuals present, the Goldmanns would not make things difficult for her to preserve their reputation.She had come to the Knowles four years ago, thinking she could get into Yaramoor’s upper social class with the power of the Knowles.However, Nollace’s parents did not like her very much.She had assumed that Tristan could persuade them to change their opinion about her, but Tristan told her that Nollace was the one who would make all decisions in the Knowles.She originally thought it was perfunctory. After all, Nollace was the same age as her, so how would he have the authority and guts to order the family’s elders around?But she was really wrong.In the Knowles, even Tristan had to listen to him.Even Nollace’s parents would not dare to force Nollace into doing anything he did not want to do.Nollace was only 14 years old back then. He did not only need to go to
Everyone watched while Daisie and Nollace danced, and they all saw how perfect they were. However, they didn’t see that Daisie kept making mistakes and stepping on his toes.“I’m sorry.”She never made mistakes when she danced with Colton, but now she kept repeating them.Nollace noticed something and chuckled. “Why are you nervous when you’re dancing with me?”“I-I’m not nervous.” She lied. She knew very well that that wasn’t the truth.Nollace’s palm was pressed on the back of her waist, and she suddenly bumped into his chest when he pulled. His voice came from above her head. “I’ve been preparing for a long time so that I could have this dance with you.”Daisie looked at him in surprise. “Why?”He joked, “Because I don’t want you to think less of me because I danced badly.”Daisie chuckled. “Yet, it turns out I’m the one dancing badly.”“No, you’re doing well.”When they twirled, Nollace pulled her back against his chest and leaned down closer. “You look beautiful tonight.
Lisa froze on the spot while listening to the jeering around her and looking more and more troubled. “Daisie, how could you say that? We used to—”“Let’s not bring up the past.”Daisie picked up a glass of champagne and raised her brows. “I’m no longer that silly girl who you could manipulate. Lisa, do you think that I will just let you get away because there are people here?” Daisie then splashed the champagne on herself and gasped loudly. Everyone looked over.Colton rushed out from the crowd and snarled upon seeing that, “Lisa, what did you do this time!?”Lisa shook her head. “No, she—”“Lisa,” Tristan looked stoic, “What did you promise me? I didn’t bring you here to cause a scene.”“It really wasn’t me! She did it to herself. She wants to frame me. Everyone saw that!” She looked at the people around her, hoping that they could speak for her.Unfortunately, even if they saw it, they didn’t want to offend the Goldmanns, so nobody would come forth.Daisie wiped her dress a
His little lamb had grown up. Maisie pinched his waist. “She’s my daughter, so of course she’d be just like me.”Nolan winced before smiling. “Of course.”Maisie smirked. “Daisie has gone through a lot. If she were still naive, I would be worried.”She didn’t think what her daughter had done was wrong. It was an eye for an eye, and Lisa really wasn’t a kind person.Ever since Lisa had betrayed her for the sake of fame, Daisie was no longer that naive little girl.Daisie went into the guest room to change. When she framed Lisa, she almost couldn’t do it.But when she heard that Lisa was trying to trick her again, she couldn’t help it. She no longer wanted to be the silly girl.Like her mother had said, kindness shouldn’t be the reason to let others walk over you.She stood there and saw someone from the mirror behind her. She covered herself and blushed. “Nollace Knowles!”Nollace leaned against the door with his arms crossed and smiled. “You didn’t close the door.”“That do
But that wasn’t the main point. The point was Nollace… had feelings for her!Daisie pressed her lips together. “I… I don’t believe you.”Nollace planted a kiss on her forehead. At that moment, time stopped, but her heart was beating quickly.He stayed there. “Do you believe me now?”Daisie looked around, then slowly up into his eyes. “I…”There was a knock on the door.Daisie pushed him away when Maisie and Nolan walked in. “Are you done chang—”Nolan’s face dropped when he saw Nollace there.Daisie felt awkward. “Dad, Mom.”Maisie cleared her throat. “The party isn’t over yet. Go downstairs if you’re done changing.”“Alright, I’ll do that.” Daisie immediately escaped like a shy bunny.Nollace walked toward the two of them and nodded. “Sir, madam.”Nolan’s eyes were dark. “Don’t call me sir.”Nollace looked straight into his eyes and smiled. “Should I call you father-in-law then?”Maisie laughed but covered her mouth. This kid was pretty clever.Nolan’s veins started pop