Chapter 38

"Don't worry about it!"

After exchanging some casual pleasantries, the call ended.

...

Lillian's Studio was just around the corner. Mila walked through the wooded path, arriving at the front of her studio, only to notice several cars parked across the street. People were bustling about, moving furniture in and out of the house opposite.

Are they moving in?

At that moment, a young woman directing the movers spotted her and approached with a wave.

"Miss Lillian, it's been a while since you were last around. How have you been?"

Here, Mila was known by her studio name, so neighbors called her Lillian. Returning the greeting with a smile, Mila asked casually, "Are you moving?" "Yes, indeed."

The woman's eyes twinkled with delight. "This place is just too remote and inconvenient for daily life. I've wanted to sell this villa for ages but couldn't find the right buyer. Then, a few weeks ago, a Ph.D. graduate from overseas contacted me, offering a price well above market value. They plan to move in soon, so I'm here to get everything ready."

a Ph.D. from overseas made Mila's brow

on edge about those words lately, reminded of Giselle, who had just returned from abroad with a doctorate. But then she thought, Giselle had no shortage of places to stay in

the thought, Mila congratulated her neighbor with a warm smile. They parted ways, each

on her portfolio, the time

her mother-in-law had custom-made for her

was familiar with the venue for the

time-on a mountain. This time, it was at

venue was already filled with luxury cars, and elegantly dressed socialites were mingling, laughter echoing

her dress, and walked towards the entrance, clutching

she instinctively frowned. She spotted Ryan, the second Lockwood

someone.

eyes met almost

at the sight of Mila. He

are you doing here? I don't

and showed the

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