Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

The document laid out everything about the major families in the States-names, connections, all of it, crystal clear. Honestly, Jane's flash drive couldn't have shown up at a better time.

She really wasn't the same Jane anymore. Even if she didn't say a word, you could bet she'd already figured out most of what was going on.

Fiona recognized nearly every company listed. Most of them had tried to cozy up to International Glam at some point. But none of their offers were even close to reasonable-Tyler had shot them all down without a second thought.

Out of all those companies, only a few pharmaceutical ones had ties with the M Country Research Institute. It made sense, given the Institute's focus on medicine. Fiona decided that was the perfect place to start digging.

The classroom had been loud and chaotic, but as soon as Amy walked in, the noise died instantly. Everyone just stared at her, stunned.

Amy paused at the door, biting her lip, completely unsure where to go. She didn't even know where her seat was.

It was obvious to anyone paying attention how uncomfortable she felt. But, of course, that just made some people want to dig in even more.

"Well, well, look who it is! Ms. Gregory doesn't even know where she sits now?"

it even possible for people who aren't

just trying to stir up drama after bombing at the design

what we believe? As long as the teachers are fooled, she gets to

door, unsure what to do. She tried asking someone in the front row for help, but nobody

feel the rejection, one cold shoulder after

and pointing to

grateful smile and made her way

murmured as she passed Jane's desk, ducking

right away-this Amy was nothing like before. She seemed quiet, almost timid, like a girl who hadn't

just about to sit down when the girl behind her "accidentally" knocked over her water bottle.

past, so now they were more than happy to get a little payback on the new

spilled-right now of all times! Maybe you

have any tissues," Amy replied