Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 518 Heart to Heart

Lance asked, "Hey, do you think Mr. Weekley will drink the wine she offers him?"

Eugene scoffed in disdain and said, "Well, some think dying for love is a romantic way to go. Mr. Weekley's reputation in Wiltonshire is notorious for his wild escapades. I doubt he'd turn her down." Lance disagreed, saying, "But you never know. Foreign girls are different from Evelina. What if she's not his type?"

Eugene shrugged and said, "We'll see. If I win, you'll tell me where Mason's lounge is and save me the effort to search every room for him later."

Lance agreed, "Deal. I bet he won't drink."

They both watched Evelina as she approached Jasper with a drink.

From their angle, they could only see Evelina's bashful expression; Jasper's reaction remained hidden, just the back of his head in view.

They could only make educated guesses about the conversation.

About thirty seconds later, Evelina said something to Jasper. She clinked her glass against his, and Jasper tilted his head back, dropping the drink.

Lance had lost the bet.

Eugene had emerged victorious.

He smirked and teased, "See? I've seen enough of this industry to know for sure. Ninety-nine percent of men won't refuse a woman throwing herself at them, especially someone of his status. Even if something happens between them, it'd be a "blessing" for Evelina. I'm heading to the restroom. Remember our deal, text me Mason's room." Eugene put down his glass and walked off.

too hung up

Meanwhile, at Fortuna Estate.

had been reserved for Frida's birthday celebration, which also doubled as

fragrance of tea lingering in the air and the beautifully landscaped greenery outside enhanced the estate's serene and

She leaned against the window, holding her phone and a limited edition Hermès key bag that dangled from her arm. Not long after, Irene turned

"Vio."

and smiled at Irene.

you to go inside. Why are you waiting here? Isn't it windy when you stand by the

gone to the restroom while the others went

arm through Irene's. She said, "It's fine; I wanted to wait

and said gently, "Vio, when did you and Hade

today was supposedly to celebrate Frida's

were likely planning to reveal that Violeta and Hayden were in

of them busy with their careers, they rarely saw each

and it was clear they were serious. Yet, their meetings had always been secretive, like

he got

tell Irene about how she and

her heart filled

had practically watched Hayden

was as impeccable in character as he was in

any angle, especially from a mother's