Chapter 10 “Mary is absolutely killing in today! What’s the deal with the judges “The judges have always been all about Ismay. I mean, who can resist her cuteness?” “But honestly, Mary was on another level! Did you catch that part where she just went off about workplace rules? Genius “Well, what can you say? … Read more
Chapter 9 “Mr. Hale, as per your instructions, we’ve thoroughly investigated all the locations. Unfortunately, there’s no trace of a girl named Fiora. The locals : also claimed they’ve never seen a bracelet like this,” Noah reported, carefully placing the broken yet still stunning bracelet on Osric’s desk The silver thread wrapped around it seemed … Read more
Chapter 8 At the Late Laughs set, Ismay stepped out of a striking red sports car with practiced grace, her makeup flawless and her every move perfectly choreographed. wally as she made her entrance Her team of bodyguards quickly formed a circle around her, escorting her like royalty as i “Look, the queen is here!” … Read more
Chapter 7 “Amaris, we already agreed–this is a partnership. Just a partnership for a while Ourie said, his tone firm and pointed. He needed to make sure she got the message loud and clear. No misunderstandings, no daydreaming. “For a while and how long is a while?“Amaris asked. Pretending to stutter every single day wasn’t … Read more
Chapter 6 The banquet had finally quieted down, the noise fading as night took over. Fenella, clearly exhausted, was carefully escorted out by medical staff. as she left Even as left, she gently reminded Osric, “Take good care of Amaris,” her tone warm and deliberate Osric stayed behind, effortlessly polite as he saw off the … Read more
Chapter 5 Amaris hesitated for a moment, then carefully pulled a sleek black box out of her canvas bag. She held it in both hands and offered it to Fenella with a hint of nervousness. “Mrs. Hale, this this is Lifewell Tonic. My grandfather… made it specially for you. It’s supposed to be really good … Read more
Chapter 4 Amaris’s hand was tightly held by Fenalla. She lowered her head shyly, a faint blush coloring her cheeks, and gave a small, hesitant smile. “Mrs. Hik. L. Lactually. Her stammering dragged on so painfully that Oric finally cut her off, his tone flat and indifferent. “Mrs Wynn, you seem to be mistaken. Amaris … Read more
Chapter 3 The awkward silence hung heavy in the air, but thankfully, Osric’s phone rang just in time, cutting through the tension like a lifeline The call was from Fenella’s personal doctor, delivering had news- -her latest medical report didn’t look good. By the time the call ended, Osric’s expression was even colder, his face … Read more
Chapter 2 Amaris sank into the sofa, completely at ease, her fingers flying across her phone as she replied to Callan Ridge’s message Callan: Amaris, can you make it to the Late Laughs timals tomorrow! Everyone’s calling you the best debater. If you don’t show up and take that trophy, it’d be such a waste!] … Read more
Chapter 1 Amaris Wynn stepped out of the train station, the chaotic noise of the city hitting her like a wave. Her grandfather’s voice buzzed in her ear, warm but suffocating. “Amaris, my sweet girl, once you’re in Arborfield, be good and get along with Osric, alright? He’s young, runs the Hale Group, and has … Read more