Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 168

A few days later, while Bridget was busy scheming against Christine, Sylvia quietly completed her own design project.

Concerned about potential hiccups, she decided to deliver it in person to Bailey's company.

As Bailey caressed the jewelry with satisfaction, she raised an eyebrow at Sylvia. "Aren't you curious why I chose your design too?" Sylvia knew her place and decided it was better not to ask.

She replied with a light smile, "As long as you're happy."

Leaning back in her chair with a meaningful look, Bailey teased, "Looks like someone's going to pay through the nose."

"Huh? What do you mean?" Sylvia asked, genuinely puzzled.

But before she could get an answer, Bailey abruptly changed the subject, "How did you get here?"

After a brief pause, Sylvia answered, "I took a cab."

With a sly grin, Bailey suggested, "Let me have someone drive you back."

"No, that's not necessary. I..."

Before Sylvia could decline further, Bailey shouted towards her office.

"Are you done yet? She's leaving if you don't hurry."

direction just as the

It was Rupert.

instinctively stepped back to

like I lit those scented candles

brought back embarrassing memories for Sylvia, making

a meeting. I

to Rupert. "Aren't you going to follow her? You scared her off. Next time, skip the fireworks and just go straight for the cannon." Rupert remained silent

Rupert. "Thanks. Make

...

At the elevator.

the elevator refused

hand reached

and pressed the

trapping her against the wall with

are you running?" The man's cool voice resonated above her

lip, unsure

she running

Bridget's wrath,

opportunity, she quickly stepped aside and gestured politely. "Please,

more considerate by the

chilling as he stepped into the

But before she could steady herself, she was pulled into the elevator, her back pressed against the wall. The man's body pressed against hers, the stiff fabric of his

tried to