Not A Small-Town Girl

Chapter 30

Danielle’s phone buzzed, pulling her attention. She glanced at the screen-Juniper. Without hesitation, she answered.

"Danielle, we’ve got the Crimson Lily. When are you starting the formula?" Juniper’s voice brimmed with excitement, her mind clearly fixated on launching the Miracle Antidote.

Danielle chuckled at her eagerness. "I’ll head to the lab tomorrow. Once I integrate the Crimson Lily and run tests, we’ll be ready for production."

"Great! Oh, while you’re there, can you make more Heart Elixir Pills? The demand is through the roof," Juniper added, capitalizing on Danielle’s rare lab visits.

"No problem," Danielle replied with ease. "Once the Miracle Antidote is ready, we’ll ship the first batch to Fortress."

Whatever you say-just make sure it

the call, setting her phone

David raised an eyebrow, his dark eyes locked on her. He said nothing, but

go?" she asked,

was as composed as ever, though his interest

his usual precision. "Mr.

Villa," David said as they stepped into the

and took Danielle’s hand. His grip was firm but gentle, as though savoring the touch of her soft skin. Danielle blinked, startled. She instinctively tried to pull away. "Let

her calmly, his voice steady. "Just let me hold

that?’ she thought,

"I’m heading overseas for a week tomorrow. Take care of yourself while I’m gone. When