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Scott felt a bit troubled–getting into Milton School wasn’t easy. Not only was there the challenge of Elysia passing the entrance exam, but her starting over in seventh grade might be a bit embarrassing for him.

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However, Elysia had that beauty factor going for her, and Milton was full of elite kids. If she made the right connections there, it could definitely benefit the Rosewood family business.

Finally. Scott nodded. “Alright, I’ll take care of this at the school this afternoon.”

Emma’s eyes widened in disbelief. “Dad’s gonna handle Elysia’s enrollment himself? He’s never even shown up for a single parent–teacher meeting for me before. When I joined the school, he wouldn’t use any connections. So why’s he willing to pull strings for Elysia?”

Jealousy flared up in Emma. “Why did Elysia have to come back and take everything from me? First my room, now Dad’s affection–what will I lose next?‘

1 say no to

to me. After all, I’m your wife,”

“Let me handle it. You’ve got so much on your plate at the office. I’m sure they won’t say Bella said.

Elysia looked up, surprised by Bella’s sudden willingness to help. Is there still a hint of motherly love left for her?

Scott nodded in agreement. That settled it–Elysia was going to Milton School.

After breakfast, Elysia changed into a white dress. As she headed downstairs, she ran into Emma.

“Going shopping? Want to join me? I can introduce you to some friends, Emma offered.

“Not going that way. Step aside. You’re blocking my path, Elysia replied, her voice icy.

Emma insisted, “Those are Dad’s business contacts, and it’s important to maintain good relationships with-

But before Emma could finish her sentence, Elysia walked right past her towards the front door, completely ignoring her. Emma’s face turned red with anger, and the irritation she’d just managed to suppress erupted again.

Elysia stepped in the Scented Carden in Sivro. A receptionist, who looked unfamiliar–probably new, asked, “Miss, how can I assist you?”

“Thanks, but I’m waiting for someone,” Elysia replied.

As the receptionist was about to say more, another receptionist, who had just ended a phone call, quickly tagged at her art to silence her and said, “Sorry, Ms. Rosewood. She’s new and don’t know better. Ms. Gordon will be here soon.”

Elysia simply nodded and stayed quiet.

On the second floor of the Scented Garden, two guys with totally different vibes were chilling together, sipping coffee. One was Zane Hartley. He was dressed to the nines in a perfectailored suit and had the aura of a super-sophisticated gent. His strong, handsome features and mysterious eyes looked like they were sculpted by an artist–a flawless masterpiece.

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suit, lounging back with his legs crossed, scanning the floor below like a predator on the prowl. “That

looking like she was waiting for someone. And he had to

from big–name brand, the cut reminded him of

any new designs in two years, and this style wasn’t from any fashion show. He couldn’t help but wonder

you think she’s

his assistant.

the assistant replied

to romance? What’s the deal? Got a crush on her? Don’t sweat it

expression softened, and a smile crept onto his face. “That’s my

Nicole at a charity gala. He was smitten by her mix of charm and grace, with just a touch of allure that made her stick in his memory from the

he found out she managed Scented Garden, which only upped his admiration for her. Since then, he’d been making daily

could get a seat there. Running it said a lot about Nicole. At just twenty–five, she’d achieved what most folks her age were still

elevator, Jeremy’s eyes were glued to her. Watching her chat and laugh with Elysia before stepping back into the elevator, he couldn’t help but comment, “If she’s hanging with my Nicole,

Murphy, just a heads up–Ms. Cordon hasn’t officially agreed to be your

She’s not yours.”

“Not looking to lose your bon

assistant quickly backtracked, “No, my bad! Ms. Gordon is definitely going to be part

his patience wearing thin. “You’ve seen who you wanted to see. Let’s go. With that, he stood

behind. “Why the rush? I still want to see more.

here. You can just go

to be prey. Nicole ‘t just anyone. The

didn’t bat an eye and just

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and he couldn’t help but feel worried When is he gonna get into dating? I feel like a worried parent, anxious about the big moments in his life. What if he never gets interested? Will he be

a handsome face, yet no woman’s been

chill, Nicole propped herself against the

smile.

back to the Rosewood family? Nicole asked.

“Yep,” Elysia replied.

“How’s that going?”

“Not bad.”

heard they have an adopted daughter. She hasn’t been musing

“Her? Please!”

didn’t give her

pulled out a medicine bottle from her bag, handing it to Nicole. “This is the special

I’ll treat you

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