Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

The day after Sylvia found out that Rupert had helped her get in touch with her dream school, she went straight to find Lester.

She told him everything.

Since they were dating, she didn't want Lester to hear it from anyone else. Lying to him just felt wrong-especially when he'd always treated her so well.

After listening, Lester's advice was simple: be honest with Rupert and set things straight. As for the school, it was her future—she should pick whatever was best for her.

But Sylvia really didn't want to see Rupert in person. That's when she thought of asking Orson to pass on the message.

As soon as Orson's name was mentioned, Zion immediately volunteered to help.

Only... it had been over ten minutes since Zion sent the message and there was still no reply.

"Zion, did you do something to tick Orson off? He's Rupert's assistant-his phone is practically glued to his hand. If he hasn't responded by now, he's probably ignoring you," Sylvia pointed out.

Zion clicked his tongue. "He's really holding a grudge, huh?"

Sylvia eyed him suspiciously. "What did you do, exactly?"

Zion gave a mischievous grin.

Sylvia had a bad feeling and quickly said, "Never mind, I'll just ask Chris to help."

She pulled out her phone and messaged Chris.

In less than two minutes, Chris replied.

by

Zion wasn't grinning anymore.

and glanced at

Orson's Rupert's assistant-if people saw you two together in private, it could get messy. Chris will go

said thoughtfully, “Chris is always there for

was about to nod, then realized

jealous?" she

had enough to be

and pulled Sylvia into a

the vibe, made a quick

embrace, her hand

nice-like fresh laundry and sunlight, warm

let him hold her, telling herself to get used to it, slowly

he leaned in close to her cheek, she instinctively held

and eased up, gently squeezing her

you," he teased, his words meant to make her blush, but Sylvia went pale

the feeling that someone had said

asked gently when

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