Chapter 58

The car door swung open, and Korey’s secretary stepped out, extending a greeting to Ms. Estrella.

The subtle smile on Erin’s lips carried a significant meaning.

“Blake,” Estrella greeted nonchalantly, as if it were any ordinary day.

I

Blake smiled and said to Estrella, “Ms. Estrella, can’t thank you enough for helping those construction guys get their overdue pay. Korey would like to take you out for a meal, to express his gratitude in person.”

“Sure thing.” Estrella agreed promptly, then turned to Erin. “Mr. Lamont, I’ll take my leave

now.”

Erin responded with a chuckle, “Seems like Jason’s got some stiff competition.”

Unruffled by Erin’s taunting, Estrella took a couple of steps forward, leaned in slightly, and whispered in a low voice, “So, Erin, you’re not in my league.”

Erin’s gaze hardened, his eyes taking on a chill as they followed Estrella.

Estrella, however, simply smiled nonchalantly, casually straightened Erin’s collar, and -walked away.

Blake held open the back door of the car for her, and as Estrella slid inside, Korey caught Erin’s eye and nodded casually at him. Erin’s expression darkened as he watched the car drive away. He was all too aware that in Ravenwood, where the talented were many, his journey to the top was still long.

The engine of the luxury car hummed to life as Korey spoke with a warm cordiality. “Estrella, I really appreciate what you did last time. I’ve been meaning to take you out for dinner but got tied up with meetings out of town.”

Estrella offered a polite smile. “You’re being too formal, Korey.”

invitation, but since he had come

Sandalwood

absence, sent Drew to track her whereabouts. Soon after, Drew reported back, “Sir, Mr. Erin sought out Ms.

face clouded over with a mix of emotions. “Where is

the other end, Drew cautiously continued,

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Chapter 58

ning with bir

and I

I

a spring

filled the room, “You’re back

aside with a flick of his wrist. She glanced at him,

weariness in her neck, replied, “Just had dinner with

half-amused, half-bewildered,

if the Dorvold family intends to establish a stable

faded as she met his gaze squarely. “Are you threatening me, Jason?” She hated threats, and what right did

completely disappeared, Estrella brushed his hand away, asking calmly, “So, Jason, you really think

shifted, and Estrella knew she couldn’t take

lightly.

war, Estrella?”

pajamas from the closet and said evenly, “Nobody’s declaring war. Just a reminder: my parents

caught her arm and pulled her back. into his embrace. Estrella, fed up, lost her usual composure and snapped, “Enough, Jason! You keep Serene close to you,

time you meet with Korey, you pick a fight with me.

“Yes, my heart has flown away. Now what? What do you want to

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