The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 326

Everyone knew that landing a license from CICI Group was a guaranteed win. There was no way to lose.

Raymond had no idea why such a golden opportunity had landed in his lap, but he figured it probably had something to do with Citrine.

Since this was something Citrine wanted him to have, he really couldn't refuse. "Thank you, Citrine—and please thank your friend for me too."

On Sunday, Citrine had planned to catch a movie with a few of her roommates when her phone suddenly buzzed. It was Carlotta.

Carlotta's voice was hoarse, edged with panic. "Citrine, my brother and I had an argument, and he ran off to Crestwood. He's probably almost at the airport by now. Could you pick him up? I'm stuck at Havencrest and can't leave."

"He's not in great shape, and I'm worried about him being on his own."

Carlotta and her brother had always depended on each other. They were all the family either of them had. Right now, besides Citrine, Carlotta honestly had no one else to turn to.

Citrine tried to reassure her. "Don't worry, I'm on my way now."

really don't know who else I

don't need to thank me,"

you know we're not just colleagues-we're

felt her chest tighten with relief. Tears welled up and finally spilled

condo Raymond had bought for her.

minutes later,

checked the photo Carlotta had sent, carefully scanning every boy

tall, with skin so pale it almost looked translucent. He had strikingly refined features, and there was a resemblance to Carlotta in his eyes and the

and called

the sound of her

so beautiful it was almost jarring- impossible not to be taken

words. Then he blinked, flustered, and managed, "Are you...

“I'm a friend of your sister

mention of his sister, something shifted