Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 74

In the cozy corner of a quaint diner, Sylvia's eyes lit up as the waiter laid out an array of dishes, all her favorites. She looked at Warren across from her, full of emotion. "I can't believe you remembered."

Warren ladled a serving of soup into her bowl, his smile gentle. "Of course, I remember. You're quite the foodie, aren't you? Just too shy to indulge when we're at home."

As Sylvia gazed at the steaming bowl before her, a wave of sentiment washed over her. She couldn't help but admire the man sitting across from her, so kind and considerate. Yet, she was painfully aware of the grim fate that awaited him-a fate orchestrated by none other than Rupert.

Rupert, with his ruthless demeanor, was determined to ensure Warren's downfall, banishing him and his mother Fiona to a distant land from which he could never return. Even Fiona's dying wish to return to her roots was coldly denied by him.

In her past life, Sylvia had been under Rupert's tight control, her knowledge fragmented and incomplete. It was only by overhearing a conversation outside his study that she learned of his vendetta against Warren.

Concerned, she warned Warren, "Warren, whatever happens, try not to cross Rupert. Just look out for yourself and Mrs. Fiona."

Warren paused, his eyes searching hers. "Sylvia, do you know something?"

head hastily, feigning ignorance. "How could I know anything? I don't understand business matters. I just...think Uncle Rupert seems a bit intimidating. I

faded within three seconds. He dropped his fork immediately, stood

her luck under her breath. It seemed impossible to avoid him, even in

low, and stared at the pair of polished men's leather shoes in front of

had arrived, allowing Sylvia to breathe a sigh of relief. Her fear

Uncle Rupert has gone," Warren

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