Where Petals of Vengeance Bloom

Chapter 178

Although he had only been practicing law for five years, Vincent's reputation allowed him to buy a house and a car in the bustling city of Cresthaven. However, after the purchases, his savings dwindled significantly.

He found himself unable to pay a hefty fine. Without the funds, his house and car were repossessed, and after covering surgery and hospital expenses, his bank account was nearly empty. When he was discharged, he had just a few thousand dollars left—an amount that barely scratched the surface of his needs.

Vincent tried to find new job opportunities, but with a broken leg and his law license revoked, he faced rejections everywhere he turned. Former colleagues, who once greeted him with smiles, now avoided him entirely. When he called friends for help, he was met with indifference and outright refusals.

his dimly lit rented apartment, surrounded by the damp and musty air. As he looked around the empty room, despair and regret weighed

Cole Corporation were also taking severe hits, with partners backing out of agreements. Nathan and Brian were overwhelmed with work, unable to

a birthday gift for Aberdeen. Sitting at her desk, sunlight streaming softly through the window, she was bathed in a gentle golden glow. In front of

determined, every stitch a precise and delicate dance that seamlessly blended thread and cloth. Her technique varied, sometimes using long and short stitches to outline the petals, creating a natural relief and depth, while at other times, she filled in the colors with flat

transitioning seamlessly. She meticulously combined different colors to embroider the peony's center with the rolling stitch technique, making the golden

some time. Sean was truly amazed. He hadn't expected Claire's embroidery skills to rival those of the renowned "Radiant Beauty."