Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 233 Bright Future

Niall's probably gonna study something in finance, maybe even go abroad for it.

Elaine blinked and said, "I'm heading to military school."

"Got it."

That meant they'd be splitting up.

But Niall didn't overthink it then. Where he studied didn't really matter. They'd still see each other again in the future anyway.

Elaine waved her hand at him and said, "Go on back. I should be going too.

"Wait."

Elaine pulled out the ice cream stick from her mouth and handed it to Niall.

It had "Bright Future" written on it.

That year, it was trendy to engrave messages on ice cream sticks, like opening a blind box. After finishing the ice cream, you could see a blessing carved on the stick.

Niall took the ice cream stick, hearing Elaine's clear voice beside him.

"Well, here's to bright futures for both of us."

Many years passed after that.

After finishing college, Niall returned to Hoiten, while Elaine went to the border. They never saw each other again.

The two words stuck in Niall's memory.

End of the reminiscence.

say to Violeta, "Memories from youth, as you grow older, your mind tend to beautify it. It's strange. Back when we played together, I didn't think she was all that great, but now that we're apart, I can't help but

person who wasn't particularly good, now became the best option in Niall's

in understanding at Niall's

commotion outside the

door to the private room swung open, and

from outside were two remarkably dignified individuals. David Cohen wore a grey executive jacket, while his wife, in a

"Anton!"

around the

smiled and greeted Irene.

"Irene."

with introductions. This

stepped forward. "Ms. Harris, Mr.

at him. "Niall,

is the girl you mentioned earlier. It's great to have her back. She looks just like you did when you were

twinkled. "Hello, Ms. Harris, Mr.

also spotted Violeta and clapped his hands together. "Oh, I forgot to bring a gift for our

seat first. Oh, by

delayed, so she's on her way here in a taxi. It might take another ten minutes or so. We decided to come ahead so you wouldn't have to wait too long." Irene said, "Got it. No worries, let's sit down and put our order

group took their seats, and the atmosphere in the

keeping her hidden like a treasure! Now

"Hahaha..."

"Where is she studying?"

"Toland University."

"Toland University, that's excellent!"

her own efforts, impressive, isn't it?

chatting, Patricia's phone rang-it was a call from

at the hotel but isn't sure which floor we're

get