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"Why do I have to be here? Should I have just refused Uncle’s suggestion?" Sirena thought uneasily. She looked around the restaurant, but there was still no sign of the man’s arrival. Patiently, Sirena waited, tapping her nails on the table. "So slow," she muttered in frustration. "Goodness, how much longer do I have to wait?" she murmured. It had already been an hour of waiting. If she could, she would escape this situation. But unfortunately, she couldn’t. She needed James's help with her family's company issues. It all began when her father was massively swindled by a trusted associate at the office. This caused the company’s stock value to plunge, halting production. On top of that, her father’s bank loans had left their grand home repossessed. Sirena's father, desperate, ended his life by jumping from the RV Group building's rooftop, and her mother was hospitalized due to a heart attack. After asking friends and relatives for help, no one was willing to aid Sirena—except for t

"Finally, I can go home and be free from that man," Sirena sighed, settling herself onto the sofa. She reached for her phone in her bag and tried to turn it on."It's dead," she muttered, rising from her seat and moving to charge her phone.As her phone powered on, she noticed several messages from her cousin, who had been helping care for her mother in the hospital. She quickly opened the messages."Ren, where are you? Why haven't we heard from you? Are you alright? Please come to the hospital soon—your mother is awake."The message was from her older cousin, Ramon."I just got back to the apartment. I'll be at the hospital soon." Sirena quickly responded and stood up, heading to her room to change and rush to the hospital.***Sirena arrived at the hospital and went straight to her mother's room."Mom?" she whispered, gently holding her mother's hand."Sirena? My daughter…""I'm here, Mom. How are you feeling?" Sirena asked, her eyes filled with worry. "After Dad passed away and you

“This is my first time presenting in front of so many people,” Sirena muttered, looking at her reflection.The woman was all set in her formal attire: dark gray fitted pants, a crisp white shirt, and a matching blazer that made her look incredibly professional. The style was perfect for today’s shareholder presentation, but there was a personal touch that set her apart.She arranged her long, wavy hair neatly, aiming for an elegant yet natural look, with only light makeup to keep it understated. Surely, everyone who saw her would be captivated, especially considering how beautiful Sirena was, already known as the campus’ darling. Even though she usually kept her look simple, her natural allure still managed to draw attention without the need for heavy makeup. It seemed that her beauty and confidence were inherent, and her every step left an impression, as if she carried stars around wherever she went.“All right, done,” she murmured, grabbing her sling bag and heading out of her room.

"We don't have any kind of relationship, Uncle," Sirena answered calmly."That's a lie. It looks like your relationship is very serious. Are you two dating?" Luke asked."No," Sirena replied firmly. "Please stop asking about that. What's important now is solving all these problems and convincing the investors not to withdraw or cancel their contracts. We need the support of other investors too.""Alright, fine," Luke finally agreed.They then discussed work-related issues and Sirena's future plans for managing the company her father left behind."Finally, home sweet home," she sighed, throwing her bag onto the sofa and plopping down with a loud creak that echoed her exhaustion after a long day.At home, the cozy couch was her most desired spot. She planned to enjoy a bit of relaxation to ease her stiff muscles before moving on to her next plan—visiting the hospital later that night. The thought of facing the somber atmosphere and grieving people weighed on her, but it was her responsi

Sirena had just arrived at her apartment. She saw a pile of gifts stacked up in the living room. She glanced briefly at the pile without the intention of opening them and walked toward her bedroom. She placed the large bag containing the dress and accessories she had bought earlier on the bed. Then, she went to the bathroom to freshen up. It felt so stuffy after spending the whole day outside, dealing with traffic and the scorching heat. Now it was time for some "me-time."After spending a few minutes in the bathroom, Sirena felt refreshed. She took out her skincare products and began pampering her skin, applying a face mask and aromatherapy lotion. The gentle scent of lavender filled the bathroom, making her feel more relaxed.Once done, Sirena stepped out of the bathroom with her hair still damp and wearing comfortable clothes. She decided to make herself a cup of warm tea and sit on the couch, enjoying the calm moment. As she sipped her tea, her eyes briefly wandered to the pile of