Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 640

Mamie blinked, trying to stay invisible amidst the unfolding drama.

What a scene...

Roseanne's gaze flicked between the two men.

Corley, with his charming smile that seemed casual yet carried an undeniable authority, and Owen Reynolds, whose calm and encouraging eyes suggested a kind of steadfast support. It was like the calm before the storm, both waiting for her answer.

Roseanne, caught in the moment, suddenly noticed something out of the corner of her eye. She got up, went to the water cooler, and fetched a mug from the cupboard above.

"I think I'll just stick to water."

Owen Reynolds and Corley's eyes met, then quickly diverted.

Corley chuckled, a carefree smile playing on his lips, "Been a long morning. You should rest. I've got things to handle back at the office."

His day wasn't exactly free; the office was buzzing with tasks awaiting his decision. That he could spare a morning was already pushing it.

"Sure, I'll walk you out," offered Roseanne.

Corley's smile broadened, a hint of triumph in his glance toward Owen Reynolds.

After seeing Corley off and thanking him sincerely, which Corley brushed off with a nonchalant, "Everything I do, I do willingly. No need for formalities among friends," Roseanne turned to find Owen Reynolds waiting. He stood tall and composed under the porch, his gaze fixed on her, clearly waiting.

Roseanne

she could figure it out, Owen Reynolds spoke, "Launching a lab and drawing this much attention means every move is scrutinized. A small misstep could bring trouble..." Noticing her puzzled look, Owen

soften the mood, Roseanne nodded solemnly,

lab

Setting up

glorious, but it's like walking

fire.

be rewarding

but chuckle at

had he thought she'd

was more aware and prepared than

BUMS

capability is beyond doubt," Owen's voice softened, "but remember, if you face any hurdles, you can always turn to me... or

...

and Grace had left with the

the driver gripped the steering wheel, his

silent,

been gazing out the

smiled gently, breaking

elnet

out of such a tight