Chapter 68

"Didn't you say you haven't given up on your art design and even started your

own studio? Let's head over there. I want to see if you've lost your touch over the years," Jade said, always one to dive straight into business as soon as she got in

the car.

"Sure," Mila agreed, starting the engine and driving off.

As they pulled onto the road, Mila noticed two dark cars following them in the rearview mirror.

"Don't worry about those. They're just my staff's cars. They have to follow us," Jade explained casually.

Mila nodded and decided to ignore them.

Silence settled in the car again.

decision to sideline her talents, and with

Now, neither knew quite how to

...

moments of driving, Jade

deal with you and

caught off guard by her aunt's question. She hesitated for a few seconds before explaining

gown from me once. I attended a family

but we haven't had much

way," Jade replied,

uneasy, Mila asked, "Is

around the bush. "It's not him, per se. It's the

surprise was

you think Roland has spent so many years abroad?" Jade scoffed. "The Lockwood family's history is riddled with shady dealings. Most of their wealth is tied to illicit activities. It's only thanks to a capable younger generation that they're trying to clean up their act. Roland's been quietly transferring their dubious

was

blood she'd noticed on Roland when delivering his custom dress a while back, and she shivered

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255