LOGINRose felt her heart tighten ever so slightly. She couldn't help wondering whether he was angry. "Brother Nick……." Nicholas suddenly interrupted her gently before she could continue. "I'm not angry. I'm worried." His honest answer caught her completely off guard. "Worried?" Rose looked at him in s
The cool night breeze drifted gently across the spacious balcony, carrying with it the refreshing scent of the nearby lake and gardens. Compared to the lively music, cheerful laughter, and endless conversations filling the grand ballroom, the atmosphere here was peaceful and almost serene. The soun
But his friends noticed, even Nicholas quietly observed the subtle exchange without saying a word. Benjamin smiled inwardly. Alex wasn't even trying to hide it anymore. Rose, on the other hand, deliberately avoided meeting Alex's eyes for too long. She knew perfectly well that countless people thro
After introducing Maya to Karen and leaving Ethan and Julian and Luthor deeply engrossed in a conversation about future business opportunities, Rose quietly excused herself, deciding to take a short walk around the ballroom before returning to her grandparents. She had barely taken a few steps thro
Meanwhile, Karen continued introducing Rose to several respected ladies from influential families, each conversation flowing naturally as Anne proudly remained beside her granddaughter. As Rose politely greeted another guest, her eyes instinctively wandered across the ballroom. Almost immediately,
The announcement concluded amid a thunderous round of applause that echoed throughout the magnificent ballroom. For several moments, the applause showed no signs of dying down as countless guests continued clapping, their eyes fixed on the stage where Frank, Anne, and Rose stood together. Although
On her way home, Rose found herself unwilling to return straight to the mansion. The atmosphere from the family dinner still lingered around her—heartwarming and fulfilling—but also emotionally heavy. She wanted to unwind, even if just a little. Craving something sweet, she made a last-minute deci
Despite the restaurant’s modest setup—simple looking chairs, mismatched tables, and handwritten menus—Rose sat with effortless grace. There wasn’t a hint of superiority or discomfort in her posture. She welcomed the setting with quiet appreciation, treating everyone around her with the same kindness
Rose smirked. “You’re just realizing that now?” Amelia laughed out loud, and Maya gave her son a pat on the arm, clearly touched by how protective he was. Rose gave one last glance at the table and said, “Everything has been paid for. Order anything you like. It’s all yours tonight.” *Rose, dear
Inside the car, Rose leaned forward and gave Luthor the address. He gave a slight nod and began driving. Amelia, seated beside Rose in the back seat, tilted her head curiously. “Wait… that name sounds familiar. Isn’t that the fancy restaurant in our district?” she asked. Rose nodded. “Yep. That’







