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.

wasn't too hung up on the outcome and didn't

Meanwhile, at Fortuna Estate.

the entire estate had been reserved for Frida's birthday celebration, which also doubled as a meeting

tea lingering in the air and the beautifully landscaped greenery outside enhanced the

beige dress with a jacket over her shoulders. She leaned against the window, holding her phone and a limited edition Hermès key bag that dangled from her arm.

"Vio."

her phone and

you to go inside. Why are you waiting here?

to the restroom while

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

and said gently,

supposedly to

they were likely planning to reveal that

with their careers, they rarely saw each

transfer back to Quinston, they'd been in contact more often, and it was clear they were serious. Yet, their meetings had

recently, after he

Irene about how

listened, her heart

practically watched Hayden grow

was as impeccable in character as he

perfect choice from any angle, especially