Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism

Chapter 548 A Lost Cause

Eugene had never introduced Violeta to Harvey.

Harvey was growing increasingly frustrated, but Eugene remained calm.

Eventually, Harvey could no longer contain his irritation.

At the Brewclub, with its vibrant bar lights casting a spectrum of colours, Harvey laid his cards on the table. "Eugene, what's this deal you keep hinting at? I don't have time for this endless back-and-forth." Eugene had long understood Harvey's true intentions.

He had been patient, playing along with Harvey's schemes, but Eugene was ready to move forward.

Had Violeta not been slow to respond, Eugene would have already cut ties with Harvey.

With Violeta's approval to proceed, Eugene told Harvey, "The arrangement is straightforward. You want to get close to a wealthy woman, correct? I can provide a suitable candidate. She'll meet your requirements." Harvey stiffened, a shiver running through him.

He hadn't anticipated that Eugene would see through his plans so easily.

All his scheming to get close to Violeta seemed futile now that Eugene was fully aware of his game.

He tried to stall for time.

"What are you talking about? I don't quite understand."

about this wealthy woman. Your task is to get close to her and report back every detail of your interactions. So, what's it

his eyes, revealing his

can I be sure

advantageous for you with no risks. Besides, what would

fell silent,

with the delay, pressed, "Yes

minute, Eugene stood

him,

did not turn around. "I'll send

exited the Brewclub, he sent a message

replied, "Thanks for your hard work,

having postponed several commitments, traveled to

felt truly at ease or happy

Hannah demanded to know if she had

sighed with exasperation.

snapped, "Are you even paying attention? Do you have any

retorted, "Of course I

If there was a suitable match, you would have introduced him

fumed, "So now you're challenging me? Do you think you can

your career earlier than your peers, but look where you are now. I even

constant reprimands felt like a never-ending