A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

Chapter 263

“I was so nervous at the time, but once I calmed down, I actually felt pretty proud.” Zachary’s ears flushed red. Even when he was riding high on accomplishment, he could never say it outright–if anything, he always seemed a little embarrassed.

“That’s great. You should be more confident. After all, you’re Father Xander’s star pupil–no one would ever say you fall short.”

Zachary rubbed his nose, still unable to respond naturally to such direct praise.

“By the way, your friend–isn’t she the designer that Liam just started endorsing?”

“Yeah. It’s actually the first official endorsement deal he’s ever done.”

Zachary let out a long breath. “Finally, his hard work is paying off. Lessie, you’re honestly incredible.”

“You’re all just as good,” she replied, which was as close as she’d ever come to openly accepting Zachary’s compliment.

He ruffled her hair, a smile tugging at his lips.

He knew he had to work even harder now–he couldn’t let Lessie down after all the

chances she’d given him.

Day after day, life pushed on. Some students went to class as usual; others were caught up in the whirlwind of cases, barely seeing daylight. Some dashed between meetings and interviews, while each chased after their own goals, carving out their own piece of the world.

And at last, the long–awaited launch event arrived.

would, of course, be front

appear onstage. Instead, Vera attended as

audience.

in, one after another. Across the crowd, Vera spotted her, gave a subtle nod, and waved

away in perfect understanding. It was just then that Liam arrived,

went

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Lillian to their

banners displayed Liam and another actress, both wearing the very jewelry

room, though no one worried about

room as the live broadcast started. A spotlight found Queenie. Dressed in a sleek white gown

the bar! Oh

like that in

gorgeous, but she’s not just a pretty face. She’s so talented–how is that even

phone; she glanced

sensing Alessia’s gaze, Queenie looked over, still speaking confidently about the inspiration behind her new collection,

smile.

she smiling at? I need to know everything about that