Chapter 110 A Special Birthday Gift For Denver

“Ms. Nicolson…” Hadley jumped to her feet, her nerves obvious. “That’s not what I meant at all—”

“Enough.” Blanche waved dismissively. “I understand perfectly. But if you want respect from others, prove

yourself on the stage! Are you waiting until everyone applauds you before you even step up? Eric sent you here for a purpose. When are you gonna shine if you just hide in the shadows?”

Blanche released a weary breath, her gaze steady on Hadley.

“You certainly know how to follow instructions. When I asked you to trim your waistline, you didn’t disappoint.”

glance. Blanche had an uncanny talent for accurately gauging any dancer’s physique at just a

“Channel that determination into your dancing. Answer me honestly, Hadley. Is performing your true desire?”

and precious.

Being trusted like this felt incredibly rar

Hadley responded decisively, “Absolutely!”

Blanche nodded resolutely. “Then stop hesitating! Claim your spotlight!”

“Yes, Ms. Nicolson!” Excitement bubbled through Hadley as she nodded eagerly.

“You know…” Blanche’s stern demeanor softened slightly, pointing at Hadley with a half–smile. “Life’s full of complicated relationships. Do you seriously think you can please everyone? Just concentrate on dancing your best and stop worrying.”

“Understood, Ms. Nicolson.”

“Good.”

With a teasing tone, Blanche added, “Dance your heart out. Remember, Lightning Studio’s tickets sell out quickly. If you stumble up there, losing fame is nothing compared to embarrassing us all!”

“Ms. Nicolson.” Hadley promised earnestly. “I won’t disappoint you–I’ll give it everything I’ve got!”

Later that evening, Denver arrived to pick up Hadley.

In recent days, Denver had become a regular part of Hadley’s routine.

According to him, their arrangement still needed to continue.

After all, there was always the chance Eric might suddenly take interest again if they stopped pretending.

Denver was always respectful, never pushing Hadley too far.

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Birthday Gift

Alley. Occasionally, they shared casual meals,

car just at the corner of Mayfield

walk you home today. I need to rush to the

“A business trip?”

Denver confirmed with a nod. “I’m heading to

a safe trip–and remember to rest well, especially with the

leave. “I won’t keep you then.”

“Hadley!”

hesitant tone, Hadley turned with a warm smile. “What’s

one of her closest friends

get back, my birthday’s just around the corner, and I’d really like

His birthday party?

recalled the extravagant event Nyla once arranged for her own birthday. Would this party

together made her nervous.

own reasons for hosting something flashy and crowded for you. Mine will just be a casual get–together

that was the case, it was

truly was

asked gently. “Will

let me know the exact

face brightened noticeably.

to hurry now.

care!” Hadley waved, watching

apartment, Hadley murmured softly, “A birthday means I’ll need a gif But what could I get him?”

the first time in a long while,

settlement, leaving Hadley

how much she had, she wouldn’t waste it

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Birthday Gift For Denver

More importantly, Joy would need financial

that accepting help made it harder to

Hadley’s bitterness toward Eric

present, Hadley

privileged upbringing, he likely received either luxurious gifts or deeply

was clearly beyond Hadley’s

and handmade would be the

Hadley settled on precisely what she wanted to give.

straight home, she veered toward the lively

place buzzed nightly, full of stalls offering everything from street food to handmade trinkets.

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