Chapter 240



Pax's school was indeed organizing a study trip to Italy, but Connor found it hard to believe. "What are the odds?" he muttered, closing his laptop and rubbing the bridge of his nose. "What brings you here?" he asked, noticing Teddy's unexpected visit during lunch break.

"Miss Diana was looking for you. She called, but you didn't pick up, so she reached out to me instead." Teddy explained.

Connor glanced at his phone and saw the two missed calls. "Got it. You can go now," he said, motioning for Teddy to leave. Once alone, he dialed Diana back.

"Hey, what's up?" he greeted, his voice calm and gentle as always.

"Uncle Connor, I need to tell you something. Please don't be mad," Diana's voice held a hint of worry.

won't get mad," he reassured her,

don't want to go to Hollywood," she

you don't want to go, then don't," Connor replied

in relief. "I thought you'd be upset since you went through all that trouble for me. I

chuckled softly. "Silly girl, I thought it would be a great opportunity for you. But if you're not into it,

gratitude. "Oh, and can I join another company's variety show? It's Ruben's new show, and I think

behind it, it's bound to be a hit. Go for it," Connor encouraged her. "But how come

a close eye on Diana's career, mainly to shield her from Claire, who controlled a

entertainment industry's resol

pull Diana into her sphere

it a surprise for now," Diana

and the recent encounter with the model, so he didn't press further. After hanging up, he returned to his desk, his eyes drifting to a photo frame. Inside was a picture of a little girl, around

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