Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 162 Years of Friendship

He said nonchalantly, "You can go."

"Yes."

The wind and rain gradually become heavier.

Someone would make the trip to the small private cottage daily to deliver their meals.

Hattie had been yearning for a chance to visit the villa, but the incessant storm trapped her in the room.

At noon, a villa staff member arrived with their meal, driving a shuttle bus. After collecting the dishes and leaving, Hattie kept looking out the window to watch their retreating figure.

Benson had noticed her unusual behaviour over the past few days.

He put down his spoon and inquired her, "Hattie, what are you thinking?"

Their sibling bond was strong.

Turning her head, she sighed disappointedly. "Benson, I want to go to the villa and meet Niall.

"Niall is the heir of the White family. Getting along with him could be incredibly beneficial for us. I don't want to miss this great opportunity."

Benson studied the situation calmly. "But he also gets along well with Liam. He may not even consider us."

Hattie walked over to him; her confidence unwavering. "Benson, I just need to make Niall fall for me."

They had both returned from Harbor City with clear goals in mind.

That's why Hattie had never concealed her ambition from Benson.

"If you want to secure the position of the Ridge family head in the future, you'll need strong allies. I will make sure to choose a wife who can help us."

future wife would also have to be a strategic

importance on

his gaze, Benson contemplated her

crush on

"This is the

don't know how to get to the villa ...

gesture of thanks. But remember, you'll only have one shot at

up. "Benson, that's a brilliant idea. I'm going

of supplies in the refrigerator, and all the necessary utensils were

a few servants to work in the kitchen to help her bake

shuttle they could use to

...

nearly regained her former proficiency with

gameplay was almost divine

and Violeta returned to the top. However, to regain their former national ranking, they would have to wait for next month's leaderboard update. Hayden's skills also

wanted to swap roles

on his chest, Zoren retorted, "No way,

already lost to me once. Why do you

"Survival of

icy stare, Zoren turned to Violeta for help. "Vio, Hade is being unfair. He wants to switch roles

watching the replay of their previous night's

Zoren were to play support,

"Alright."

the couch without another word about switching

"What? Just like that? Vio, what do you mean you trust him

glanced at him, a mischievous smile playing on her lips. "It's

Zoren's head. "You're missing the

pleased. "Hade, let's solo. I'll prove I'm