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.

couldn't help but 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

good, now became the best option in Niall's

understanding at Niall's

minutes later, there was a commotion outside the private room door as the waiter brought the

private room swung open, and

two remarkably dignified individuals. David Cohen wore a grey executive jacket, while his wife, in a beige coat, radiated a gentle charm. "Hey, David, you're

"Anton!"

around the chair

David, Patricia Harris smiled and

"Irene."

start with introductions. This is Vio. Niall, greet

stepped forward. "Ms. Harris, Mr.

at him. "Niall, it's been

mentioned earlier. It's great to have her back. She looks just

twinkled. "Hello,

forgot to bring a gift for our first meeting with the young

need to be formal with us. Have a seat first. Oh, by the way, where's Elle? Why

so. We decided to come ahead so you wouldn't have to wait too long." Irene said,

atmosphere in the private room was

daughter came back, you've been keeping her hidden like a treasure! Now seeing

"Hahaha..."

"Where is she studying?"

"Toland University."

"Toland University, that's excellent!"

"Vio got in through her own efforts, impressive, isn't

Patricia's phone rang-it was

the hotel but isn't sure

go get her," she