MasukBy the time Alex brought Rose back to King Mansion, the sun had already begun to set. Rose had enjoyed their day together, but the moment she returned to her room, her attention shifted to the matters waiting for her in Los Angeles. Earlier before they got back home, Rose had asked Alex permissi
The unexpected acknowledgment made Hayden pause. He had expected another cold exchange, not gratitude. After a moment, he nodded. "Just don't give me a reason to regret letting her go with you." Alex's lips curved faintly. "I wouldn't recommend it." "Alex," Rose warned, giving his arm a gentle
The day of their departure finally arrived. Alex arrived at the Black mansion early that morning, ready to take Rose back to Los Angeles. His men had already arranged everything for their journey, and the private plane was waiting. Inside the mansion, however, not everyone was ready to say goodb
With their departure for Los Angeles approaching, Alex decided to spend the remaining days alone with Rose. When he arrived at the Black mansion that morning, he found her in the living room with Cassandra. "Get ready," he said. Rose looked up. "For what?" "I'm taking you out." "Where?" "T
The next day, Hayden called a private meeting at Black Corporation. Present in the conference room were Cassandra, Rose, and the company's legal advisors. A set of documents had already been arranged on the table, awaiting Rose's signature. Once everyone was seated, the lead attorney opened a fold
Cassandra's expression softened as she recalled the past. "Ruby stepped in when we needed help most. She made a substantial investment that gave the company the financial support it desperately needed. In exchange, she received thirty-five percent ownership of Black Corporation." Rose stared at her
That Same Afternoon – Teacher Lopez’s Office Lopez stood beside her desk, flipping open a file folder while holding her phone in the other hand. Her heels clicked softly against the tiled floor as she paced, her mind still replaying what the vice principal had said just moments ago in passing: “You
Meanwhile, Special class 1 Billie slid into her seat across from Victoria, a smug look on her face. “They took the bait,” she said in a low voice. “The juniors I picked? They are dumb as rocks, it was easy to feed them the lines, and they’ve been whispering all morning. Your little plan’s already
Their waiter arrived shortly after, handing them both leather-bound menus. They placed their orders — grilled salmon for Mr. Reyes and a plate of lemon herb chicken with roasted vegetables for Rose — along with two glasses of sparkling water. With the formalities out of the way, their conversation
Later That Day – School Library, Quiet Section. The library was quiet, filled only with the faint hum of the air conditioner and the gentle rustle of pages. Most students were at lunch, but Rose remained seated at the far end near the tall arched window, surrounded by opened books and notes. She







