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?"

Benson replied evenly, "Liam will graduate and join the company before me. Without taking a shortcut and just following the usual path, I can't compete with him.

they both started at Toland University,

for finance would have raised suspicions after he just reintegrated

chose to study

it was just a ruse

semester, he plans to study finance abroad and

already talked it over with Mom. She's arranged a school for me abroad,"

lowered her gaze. "Okay, Benson, it looks like we won't be spending much time together

"I have no doubt that by the time you return, I'll have made it big in the spotlight, and my influence will surely be of help to you."

look, their eyes alight with

stood and

her chair, sunbathing and scheming

On the yacht's deck.

was hot, and the barbecue was

if Hattie is on the island, Benson might be there too. Why

skewer of chicken wings,

a lot since starting

what's your take on those siblings from your

joined the dance club with her. As for

chimed in, "Staying under the radar shows he's got the patience to deal with being marginalised at school and still manage his studies. That takes significant resilience and craftiness." Liam nodded in agreement with

thawed fish,

"What's the topic?"