She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

Chapter 132

Athena clasped her hands, eyes sparkling. "Oh, you're giving me gifi? That's amazing!"

Jaden smiled and bent down, pulling a small potted plant from under the table. He placed it in front of her. "I grew this succulent myself. Do you like it?" Athena's face lit up. "It's beautifull And such a rare pink color. I love it!

"You must have put in a lot of work to grow this, right?"

This type of succulent was called the "king of succulents, known for its unique, delicate look and transparent top, making it highly ornamental and valuable. But more than its price, the real challenge was the time it took-about eight years to fully mature. The one Jade

into it.

I given her was not only fully grown, but a rare mutated color, showing just how much care he had put

What made it even more thoughtful was the label on the rustic chy pot, explaining how to take care of it. It was such a sweel personal touch.

Jaden chuckled. "I have a lot of succulents. I didn't spend extra time on this one-it grew well because it's strong

Maria gently touched the plant. "This succulent has good taste. It grew this beautifully because it loves Jaden and wants his

attention."

She then

added quickly, "And now that Jaden's given it to Athena, I'm sure it'll grow to love her too!"

Everyone smiled. Arthur, looking envious, said. "Athena, you know so much. You recognized the type just by looking at it. To me, all of Jaden's succulents look the same." Claire nodded in agreement. "Exactly! Athena's so young, but she already seems like a real scientist." Athenas

a smiled. "I'll give Jaden his gift another day"

Everyone in the family was going to get a gift.

As for what to give Jaden, she'd have to think carefully-she wanted it to be something he'd absolutely love. Jaden smiled and patted her head lightly, careful not to mess up her hair. "Having you here is the best gift" Athena lowered her gaze, smiling as her cheeks turned pink Jaden always knew the perfect thing to say.

After chatting a bit more, Jaden glanced at the clock. "It's almost eleven. We've all got things to do tomorrow. Let's get some sleep.

No one had a free day ahead, so they quickly turned off the TV and headed to bed.

After her bath, Athena had planned to read for a bit, but Daniel was bombarding her with messages asking for an update on her story, sending her crying and sad emojis, and even joking that he was dying. His desperation was both funny and a little

Sau

sad

She

was young and didn't mind staying up late, she

to work.

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Chapter 132

to

up with Lockwood secretly sending someone to collect DNA samples from suspects.

The H

news, suspected that Lockwood's team was onto him and plotted to kill

any DNA but spread the rumor

The

and the killer

posted the new chapter, it

was already

was almost 11 a.m., Athena had just finished breakfast when her phone buzzed. It

shop, and they're sending a tow truck to pick it up and take it in. I'm out running errands, and won't be home for the rest of the day. The

is already at the entrance to the neighborhood. If you're not around,

home.

Then she

asked, "Where are you, Jaden? Are you

Mom are at the restaurant, Jaden said. Tm downtown. I probably won't

today, and I just got a new car. I was thinking of taking it for a spin. Why don't you send me your location? I can drive over and hang out with you. This felt like the perfect chance for the siblings to spend some time together, so Jaden didn't hesitate. He sent her his location

the repair shop had taken the van, Athena

in

tucked

bank wasn't very

personal business loans with fairly loose requirements. It was popular with students and low-income entrepreneurs

apply for

out. Athena rolled down the window and

be out in two minutes.

the bank.

before she could, a woman climbed out of a BMW just a few meters away, her voice way too excited as

an eyebrow. 'Who's this

was striking with elegant features, flawless makeup, and healthy skin. She was curvy, with long, wavy auburn hair falling perfectly down her back. Her off-the-shoulder, figure-hugging