Her Hidden Crowns (Suzanne and Austin)

Chapter 12

Jenson answered the call, and as he listened to the voice on the other end, his expression shifted dramatically. His expression darkened, and he said, "I'll be there immediately."

He ended the call abruptly, turned to Seline, and said, "I have something important to take care of. Head back on your own."

Without waiting for her response, he strode away.

Seline stood frozen, glaring at his retreating back. Frustration bubbled over as she stomped her foot angrily. This was the second time today he had left her behind.

Meanwhile, Shane was driving Suzanne home. Though his focus was on the road, he kept glancing at her in the passenger seat, concerned about how she might be feeling.

His hesitance to speak made Suzanne sigh exasperatedly. "Alright, what do you want to say?"

Shane didn't seem the least bit embarrassed to be caught in the act. Instead, he chuckled sheepishly. "I just wanted to check on you. How are you feeling? Everything okay?"

Before she could reply, he added, "You don't need to feel bad about a guy like that. There are plenty of other fish in the sea. You can always find a good man. I'll even introduce you to someone amazing-someone way better than Jenson."

Suzanne couldn't help but grin. This guy was unbelievable. Shaking her head, she said dryly, "Thanks, but no thanks. If you find such a great guy, you should keep him for yourself."

She didn't add that if Austin found out Shane was trying to set her up, he might break Shane's legs. Besides, no matter how great the guy was, he could never compare to Austin.

Seeing her relax a little, Shane laughed heartily and asked, "By the way, what are your plans now?"

Suzanne brushed a stray strand of hair behind her ear and looked out the window. Her tone was calm. "Nothing for now. I'm just heading home."

She had only come today for appearances. The real, crucial treatment would rely on long-term care and continued sessions.

Shane nodded. "Makes sense. Where are you staying? I'll drop you off."

Suzanne froze for a moment, hesitating. She was currently staying with Austin. Letting Shane know didn't seem like a good idea, especially since her relationship with Austin was still complicated.

"Just drop me off at Golden Plaza," she said.

his fingers and pointed ahead with

...

office of Hall Corporation, dressed in

couch was sleek and commanding, paired with a crystal brick coffee table that held a few financial magazines. Sunlight streamed through the massive windows, refracting

was flipping through some documents, his piercing eyes narrowing

he read. His entire presence was cold and

knock interrupted

"Come in," he said.

Burton, stepped inside with measured precision. He gave Austin a respectful nod. "Austin, Alan Alvarez

surprise crossing his

must have been cured for Richard to allow

brows furrowed slightly, his sharp eyes filled with

file on Austin's desk and nodded, hesitating for a moment before continuing, "Yes, they brought in

gaze flickered with

find her countless times, and now, out of nowhere, she had reappeared to help the Alvarez family. He

the kind of influence Jane carried deserved

his expression

"Spit

his assistant, Gabriel was expected to act decisively. Hesitation was unacceptable, and

coming out in a nervous mumble.

is..."

Gabriel, and the atmosphere

oppressive demeanor weighed down on Gabriel. He could sense he was

as he blurted out, "Jane

froze as he pondered on

Austin could respond, Gabriel quickly recounted everything that had happened at the hospital, including Jenson chasing after Suzanne. Nervously

all, Suzanne had

into a faint smile. Instead

Gabriel could process

nodded, still puzzled, and left