Richest Mogul

Chapter 1926

News of Manfred's engagement spread swiftly, leaving many women who had hoped to connect with him in shock. Their curiosity about his fiancée grew, fueled by rumors claiming she was exceptionally beautiful and a mentee of Alger. That alone was enough to ignite widespread intrigue.

Vivian, however, remained oblivious to these whispers. She only noticed the sudden surge of people eager to meet Manfred.

Naturally aloof, Manfred rarely entertained visitors unless absolutely necessary, turning away anyone attempting to approach under false pretenses.

With Joe and Skylar in Graystone, Vivian felt no urgency to seek them out or retrieve the copper mirror. After another day at the Atkinson residence, she and Manfred set out for Hubril, planning to stop at inns along the way.

Once they left Vlario, Vivian grew restless in the carriage. The road, though paved, was far from smooth, nothing like the comfort of modern highways.

Fortunately, Manfred had anticipated this and thoughtfully provided cushions, making the ride a little more comfortable. Vivian occasionally lifted the carriage curtains to look outside.

take around three days, with a few small towns along the way. They planned to rest in

you're uncomfortable, we can stop for a while," Manfred said, noticing Vivian shifting in her seat, clearly not

had made preparations,

first, but I'll get used

smiled warmly, his expression slightly indulgent. "I'll have

hurry. Since she enjoyed the view,

delay our arrival in Hubril?"

day or two

Vivian adjusted to the carriage's rhythm. The bumps felt less jarring, and drowsiness creptin. Before she knew

blanket over her in

barely noticeable, and the long, curled lashes under her eyes cast delicate