When They Beg, I Rise!

After Lemira spoke, everyone looked complex.

Lifting her gaze to meet Orion's, Lemira summoned all her courage to hold his stare. Orion's lips were a thin, cold line, his usually relaxed hand now clenched slightly, betraying a hint of timidity. For all his life, fear was foreign to him, but in this moment, Lemira's thoughts were an enigma he couldn't decipher.

Lucian was specially taken aback, "Lemmy, what do you mean by that? Why is there no need?"

He felt there was every need! It's crucial to prevent Lemira from getting entangled with this man! If this guy was after money, with ulterior motives, Lucian needed to know how to handle him. Lemira replied with a calm demeanor, "Lucian, don't play matchmaker so casually. You weren't this nosy before. Mr. Everhart, being the catch that he is, doesn't need your matchmaking services." Lucian could only nod in agreement, "Alright, your word is law. I was just looking out for Mr. Everhart, seeing as he's a friend of yours. No harm meant."

Thaddeus snorted. Only a fool would buy that explanation. Clearly, Lucian's attempt to set Orion up was a ploy to test the waters.

But it inadvertently aligned with Orion's reasons for coming back, making things easier for him.

Lucian returned to his seat, "Lemon had a bit of a fallout with the family recently, and you here were kind enough to look out for her, Mr. Everhart. I'm grateful for that and will return the favor should you need anything." "No need for such formalities."

Orion poured himself a glass of red wine and took a few sips. He wasn't much of a drinker, yet at this moment, he felt an urge to indulge.

primly, her long hair cascading down her shoulders, her fair skin highlighting her serene presence. Orion allowed himself only a glance

The dinner ended quietly.

main characters, dared not speak up, let alone offer toasts. Their status didn't grant them such liberties. Lemira stood up to leave the room, her thoughts elsewhere as she walked

behind, deliberately walking beside Orion, and started, "Tonight's on me, as a token of appreciation

"If you know she's important, avoid actions that would

last person in

believe." Lucian was slightly irritated, "And

response behind her, Lemira tugged her lips,

friend. Quickening her pace down the stairs, Lemira felt

breeze outside offered her a

earnestly, looking at Lemira. "I promise, things will be different

saw Orion approaching, his stride confident and his figure tall.

BUMS

the curb, rolling down the car window, "Sweet Lemon, time to