Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 20

Upon hearing it, Freya excitedly pulled Sylvia to her feet, her eyes turning into crescents with her wide smile.

But beneath that joy, a hint of mocking scorn flashed through her eyes. Probably mocking Sylvia for being so gullible.

On their way to the cafeteria, Sylvia got a call from Naomi. She stepped away from Freya to answer it. "Mom."

"Sylvia, there's a good news. Edwin has a client whose son just returned from abroad. He's handsome, talented, and comes from a good family. How about you two meet for lunch tomorrow?" Naomi's voice bubbled with excitement. "Mom, I just graduated. I'm not looking to get married."

"Sylvia, I've seen his picture for you, and he's really decent. His family has business ties with Edwin, so we know he's a good catch. Plus, with all the drama online lately, I just can't settle down."

Naomi's tone carried a hint of worry. Sylvia caught the underlying message; this blind date was non-negotiable.

"Got it."

"See you tomorrow."

After hanging up, Sylvia turned to see Freya, who was furiously typing away on her phone, her expression a bit odd.

"Freya, you seem busy?"

looking for internships. Unlike you, who's qualified for all these

closer and linked arms with Sylvia, probing, "Your competition

worry. I've got it all planned out. It's going to be

Freya pinched her

something bothering

amazed at how talented you are. Unlike me, even after all these years of

distress. In the past, Sylvia would have offered comfort.

should work

expression stiffened, and she bit

told Freya, "I've got plans tomorrow, so don't

slight smile curled

The next morning.

all left for interviews early, leaving Sylvia alone,

Rubbing her eyes, she got up. Opening the door, she found Naomi standing there, holding a bag. "Still

"It's nine o'clock."

to tame her messy hair, showing no interest in moving fast. She had pulled an all-nighter and hardly had the energy to

to freshen up, clearly disapproving of the tiny

apartment outside, but you insisted on staying in