LOGINAlex had barely stepped out of the elevator when Derek’s phone vibrated again. He knew what the message was about so without another word, he strode toward the hotel entrance with frightening speed while Derek and several guards followed immediately behind him. The revolving doors opened and then
Whilst Alex was busy interrogating Henry, the luxurious atmosphere inside the ballroom had completely collapsed. The soft music still played faintly in the background, but nobody paid attention to it anymore. Conversations had stopped almost entirely as countless guests turned toward the commotion
The moment Rose disappeared into the elevator, the last restraint in Alex’s expression vanished completely and his expression darkened immediately. Several photographers and paparazzi members were suspiciously gathered near the hallway corners. Some pretended to casually stand beside decorative pil
Meanwhile downstairs, the atmosphere inside the grand ballroom shifted instantly. Luxury vehicles stopped one after another outside the hotel entrance, drawing attention from nearby guests and reporters. Conversations slowly quieted as people turned toward the doors. Then he appeared. Alexander Ki
The moment the suite door clicked shut behind her, Rose’s instincts screamed that something was wrong. Even through the haze clouding her mind, danger wrapped around her like ice. Her breathing turned uneven as she leaned weakly against the wall beside the entrance. The luxurious hotel suite spun
The way Rose subtly gripped the table earlier, the slight instability in her steps now. Nancy’s instincts immediately sharpened as she knew something was not right. Across the ballroom, Beatrice noticed Nancy watching Rose. Her calm expression nearly cracked for a split second. She didn't know why
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
After another round of light conversation, Rose glanced at the time on her phone. “I should get going, Grandpa Reyes.” she said gently, placing her napkin down beside her empty plate. Mr. Reyes blinked, clearly disappointed. “Already?” She gave a soft smile. “I still have a few things to handle t
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







