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."

would also have to be a strategic

high importance

Benson

a crush on Niall.

spoke seriously, "This

don't know how to get to

a gesture of thanks. But remember, you'll only have one shot at this. Whether he remembers you

eyes lit up. "Benson, that's a brilliant idea. I'm going to make

of supplies in the refrigerator, and all the necessary utensils

to work in the kitchen to help her bake a chiffon

a spare shuttle

...

had been practising and had nearly regained her former proficiency with the

increasingly fluid; her gameplay was almost divine in its

as a team, and Violeta returned to the top. However, to regain their former national ranking, they would

he wanted to swap

arms crossed on his chest,

Why do you

at Zoren indifferently. "Survival of the fittest. I demand another

to withstand Hayden's icy stare, Zoren turned to Violeta for help. "Vio, Hade is being unfair. He

and watching the replay

meticulous, and have excellent awareness. If Zoren were to play support, we'd probably lose.

"Alright."

agreed immediately, settling on the couch

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

glanced at him, a mischievous smile playing

walked over and patted Zoren's head. "You're missing the point, idi*t. Hade is a better

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