Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 145 Benson's Ambitions

Niall is currently single and not engaged to anyone.

Hattie found him particularly interesting, not just because of his present status but also because of the potential he possesses for the future.

She saw it as a great opportunity to get to know someone like Niall.

When Hattie and Benson moved from Harbor City to Quinston for school, Hannah advised Hattie that networking in the capital would be crucial, especially with business magnates.

This way, when Hattie entered the entertainment industry, she would have a robust support system.

In the entertainment industry, it was widely recognised that making it without connections or a solid background could be extremely difficult. While hard work alone could sometimes lead to success, it often resulted in a much more challenging path.

So, why not take a shortcut if one presented itself?

Hannah had chosen to have children, betting on the support of the Ridges for life; after all, children were valuable assets.

Like her mother, Hattie harbours significant ambitions.

"Zoren is also at Toland University and is close to Liam. Benson, Liam is better connected in Quinston than you, so we must carve out our own successful path," Hattie noted.

Benson, seated and contemplative, responded, "I plan to finish my studies next semester and then head abroad."

Surprised, Hattie asked, "Abroad? Have you discussed this with Mom?"

before me. Without taking a shortcut and just following the usual path, I can't compete with him. I don't aspire to enter the entertainment industry

at Toland University, Benson

opting directly for finance would have raised suspicions after

study

waste of time, it was just a ruse to mislead

to study finance abroad and return

Mom. She's arranged a school for me abroad,"

"Okay, Benson, it looks like

doubt that by the time you return, I'll have made it big in the spotlight, and my influence will

a look, their eyes alight with shared dreams for

Benson stood

remained lounging in her chair, sunbathing and

On the yacht's deck.

was hot, and the barbecue

Benson might

chicken wings, replied coolly, "I'd

lot since starting school. Anyone who can handle that

your take on those

answered thoughtfully, "Birds of a feather, I suppose. She's tight with Zelena and even joined the

with being marginalised at school and still manage his studies. That takes significant resilience and craftiness." Liam nodded in agreement with

with some freshly thawed fish, seasoned them, and laid them on

"What's the topic?"