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299. Dinner with Thomas
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2026-06-11 23:45:40
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Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 300. Nightmares
~Julian~It’s yet another week, and Aggy is still not taking my calls.I’ve tried visiting her home, and haven’t been able to make it past the front gate each time.I’ve reached out to Pius and Aldine, who tell me they haven’t seen her. Aldine said they have a meeting coming up soon, and until then, I have to take a chill pill.When it feels like I’ve exhausted all my options, I finally give up and continue calling and sending endless text messages to her, all of which she keeps ignoring.My day starts with an early morning meeting with a client. The more I try to focus on the meeting, the more Agnes's absence distracts me. I spent far too much time and energy thinking about her that I hardly remembered a thing from the morning's meeting.It's a good thing Mr. Myles was present at the meeting.Even then, I, of all people, know that the lack of concentration I'm exhibiting isn't a very good way to do business.The sheer magnitude of the distraction is so far out of character for me tha
Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 299. Dinner with Thomas
~Agnes~The entire drive to Thomas Maclewin’s apartment in Lilycity, I debated turning around and heading back home.A huge part of me wonders if agreeing to this dinner is a mistake. I could have turned it down.But a lot has been going on around me. Leaving Smith and Agary, Jess moving to Pasos and Ursula moving to Greymark.I’ve been lonely and unmotivated to even finish the work I’m doing for Tania Beecroft.Now, seated beside Thomas at the dining table, I watch as he beams at me."I thought you would ghost me at the last minute,” he confesses, and truly, the thought crossed my mind countless times.He passes me a plate containing chicken rolls and a bowl of sauce."Have a taste, Aggy, and tell me what you think about the food.”I nod and dip one of the rolls into the sauce and slowly take a bite."Oh my gosh!" I exclaim. "This is very tasty. You should increase your chef’s salary.”I shove another roll into my mouth and practically moan in satisfaction."This is so good, Thomas."
Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 298. Sarah is gone!
“Watched?” Sarah asks, looking around, nervous.After a moment, she turns back to me and leans in to my ear and whispers, “There is nobody here, Jess. It's just us and Bartholomew the guard.”I know that, I’ve checked around, and that’s all I see as well. I scan the place again. There’s nothing out of place. Nobody seems to be looking our way, but I have this strange feeling of being watched nonetheless.Determined not to scare Sarah, I put out a false smile and nod, “Yeah, must be my mind messing with me.”She stares at me sympathetically, obviously thinking that I’m battling with trauma from when I was kidnapped or something within those lines.“Don’t worry, we’re safe.” She assures me. “Magu is a safe island, and the resort is even safer. It took Sebastian and me hours to settle for this one.”“Sure,” I reply.We continue to the Bonfire.Getting to an open sandy street, we see the sign that points to the left as the direction to take to the bonfire. So, we follow it.That’s one of t
Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 297. The feeling of being watched
When we finally landed at Gilgore airport, our first stop, before we got a rental car that would take us to the island, it was already midday.Sarah vomited most of the journey. I was thankful to the Moon goddess that we sat close to each other, which allowed me to care for her the way I wanted.But her symptoms improved towards the end of the journey.At the car rental office, I get her a seat, leaving her under the watchful eyes of one of my father’s guards, who we came with. Then I head out to get sparkling water for her from one of the convenience stores around.Exiting the air-conditioned building housing the rental office, I’m greeted with overwhelming heat.In the distance, I spot a convenience store that might have what I need and quickly hurry towards it.Almost at the store, I notice something one might find weirdly concerning or not. A group of mean-looking men wearing suits is stepping out of one of the convenience stores.The men looked every which way out of place in the
Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 296. A much-needed vacation
~Jess~“Get up, Jess. It’s nine already. We have to be at the airport in roughly two hours. Our vacation awaits. Wakey, wakey!” Sarah sits at the edge of my bed, a big fat grin on her face as I reluctantly open my eyes.“Ugh,” I groan, tired even though I’m just waking up.I stretch my body lazily and take a closer look at Sarah.“Wait,” I say, sitting up. “You’re all dressed?”“Mhhh,” she coos excitedly. “I didn’t sleep a wink last night. The vacation was all I could think of all through the night.”Oh dear.“Now, quickly, take a shower and come downstairs. I’ll have Olga make a quick breakfast for you.”I push my frame off the bed and start heading towards the bathroom. “Your travelling box is downstairs already,” Sarah adds. “Do you need me to help you with anything?”I yawn lazily and shake my head. “No, I’m fine. I'll be down in a bit.”Shutting my bathroom door, I stop by the mirror and realize just how much I need this vacation.My eyes are sad and resigned, and the lack of any
Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 295. Coward
~Besha Gabret~After Allister left, I remained seated for several moments, staring at the closed door.Of all the things he could have asked of me, it’s a seat with the Varkai princes.Leaning back in my chair, I exhale heavily. I still don't know what to make of this.What does he want with them?The question keeps circling my head.Allister Blackwaters isn't the kind of man who chases pointless leads. If he wants to meet the Varkai princes, then there is a reason behind it.The problem is that I don't know his reason, and that bothers me.I rub my jaw thoughtfully.I already promised him a meeting with the Prince, but the bigger problem is whether I will even be able to find him again.It's been years.The last time I tracked him down took months of favors, connections, and dead ends before I finally managed to locate him.And even after all that effort, he turned me down.I’m still in deep thought when the door swings open, and Collins steps in."Well, well." His voice drips with m
Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 83. Sebastian resets him
The corridor leads us out to a small opening with crystal chandeliers and soft lighting.Scanning the room, my gaze focus catches Allister Blackwaters. He’s leaning against a railing, talking to a stylishly dressed lady who has her back to us.“I thought Gideon said he won't be coming to the afterp
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~Rosie~I’ve barely made it to the hotel before breaking down in tears. I may not be the best person in the whole world, but I'm definitely not the worst.I’ve had my ups and downs. And my need to remain at the top of the chain may have shaped my life in a certain way, but that’s all because I want
Last Updated : 2026-03-29Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 74. Shocker
I break into a run. My shoes slam against the pavement as I close the distance.The suited bastard is about to shut the door when I grab it and shove it open.“Move,” I growl at him, wincing at the sharp pain shooting through my body.The man turns to me, seemingly pissed. He steps forward like he’
Last Updated : 2026-03-28Rise Of The Hidden Heiress 77. Car Gift 2
~Jess~It’s been a very long and stressful day.After carrying out several surgeries at the hospital, I was so exhausted and was getting ready to head home when Allister’s call appeared on my phone screen.“Bloom,” he calls. “Had a great day?”“More like a stress day,” I groan. “I am so exhausted.
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