Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 546 Somewhat Pretentious

Anton laughed. "Oh, come on, that was ages ago. Why bring it up now? Hayden will be laughing about it! Hayden, don't mind her. Just enjoy your meal."

Hayden offered a small smile. "I know, Mr. White. Maybe you should think about cutting back on the drinking. You're not getting any younger; it's important to look after your health."

Irene shot Anton a disapproving look. "Did you hear that?"

Anton chuckled nervously and quickly shifted the conversation.

As Violeta helped herself to some food, she asked, "Dad, what was the name of that supposed entrepreneur from abroad?"

Anton responded, "That guy? Let me see ... His name is Harvey Webb. He's all about appearances, a smooth talker. Ordinary people would easily fall for his act. Overseas, without any connections, it's nearly impossible to dig up his background." That was precisely why Harvey returned to the country-to deceive people.

After all, when people heard that he was a prominent businessman coming back from abroad, they were unlikely to doubt his true identity. Without the right connections to probe further, the truth would remain hidden.

Violeta noted the name carefully.

Suddenly, Anton turned to Violeta with a serious expression. "Vio, be careful. Men like Harvey often target women in the entertainment industry. If you know anyone in the business, it's a good idea to warn them. They might fall for his tricks and end up losing money and have their hearts broken!"

Violeta nodded. "I'll keep that in mind, Dad. Thanks."

Dinner came to an end.

Irene turned on Elaine's news segment, eager to catch up on current events.

to spend the night at

on the small terrace, scrolling through her phone when Hayden joined her. He sat down beside her and

on his shoulder,

responded, "It

practically pushing for

fingers through her hair. "And what

phone aside, looked up at him,

leaning down to

arms around his

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about Harvey, Violeta began to devise

a plan concerning

as described by Anton, was exactly what Violeta had suspected. After returning to the country, Harvey initially tried to impress industry leaders but failed. He then turned

were typically attractive, making them ideal targets

sunglasses, tapped on Harvey's car

the window and looked at him with a frosty expression. "What do

took off his

elbow on

smile.

been sent to offer

all gain and no risk for

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