Chapter 166 Chapter 166: As he settled in behind the wheel, Brad threw a sideways look her way. “Nervous p> A light laugh escaped her. “It’s just an academic write-up, hardly enough to make me break a sweat p> By the time they reached the medical college, the conference hall
Chapter 165 Chapter 165: Brad stayed rooted to the spot, pressing his tongue to the roof of his mouth, the odd tang of fish mint refusing to fade. For some reason, he realized the aftertaste had started to grow on him. He called her name out of the blue. “Rylie
Chapter 164 Chapter 164: Scanning the leftovers in her lunchbox, he frowned at the heap of roots and scraps of meat. “Is this what’s left for you? Did the Owens finally turn their backs on you p> Arms folded and voice flat, Rylie shrugged off his concern. “Looks like I’ll
Chapter 163 Chapter 163: Someone from the community near the military compound had gone out of their way to pack her a thoughtful lunch. No sooner had Rylie taken her first bite than the routine quiet was interrupted. The lab door swung wide, and Brad strolled in. He had draped
Chapter 162 Chapter 162: At the same time, a corruption probe loomed over Crolens’ mayor. The scandal had grown when his secretary was caught up in the massive healthcare scheme tied to the Wilde family, leaving the mayor with little room to deny involvement. That left only one pressing question:
Chapter 161 Chapter 161: Paola said nothing, shrinking from her mother’s biting words about her father, her eyes fixed on the floor. Softening at the sight of her daughter’s pain, Laurel pulled her close and spoke gently. “This isn’t about who you’re related to. Rylie only managed something special because
Chapter 160 Chapter 160: Laurel had been keeping an eye on the Owen family’s reaction. She believed trouble might be coming and had already prepared a counterplan. Paola, who had once been tricked badly, grew uneasy. “Mom, do you think Rylie’s setting another trap for us p> Laurel thought for
Chapter 159 Chapter 159: Her words stirred something deep in her brothers and grandfather. Deandre, though still unsure, stepped forward first. “So, Rylie, what do you plan to do p> “I’m signing up for the famous Wesdown International Piano Competition. Registration for our national division opens tonight,” Rylie answered calmly.
Chapter 158 Chapter 158: Could Rylie really handle this on her own? Brad found himself curious, wanting to see how it played out. But he was ready to step in the second she needed him. As rumors about Rylie spiraled out of control, splashed across gossip blogs and trashy news
Chapter 157 Chapter 157: “I think Miss Owen’s talent speaks for itself. Maybe there’s more to this story than people realize p> When Paola caught wind of this, her annoyance was impossible to hide. Didn’t that practically scream she’d set Rylie up? She’d even toyed with the idea of keeping
Chapter 156 Chapter 156: She pushed off the motorcycle at once, her expression sharpening. “Who told you p> Scratching the back of his head, Devin answered, “Laurel doesn’t trust anyone. I’ve had a listening device hidden in her room for years. I check in now and then p> That caught
Chapter 155 Chapter 155: The realization rattled him. Only one person could activate the signal embedded in his system. It dawned on him all at once. The woman he was assigned to tail — the newly returned daughter of the Owen family — was none other than his superior. And
Chapter 154 Chapter 154: While they plotted indoors, Rylie walked out of the hospital, helmet in hand, ready to hop on her motorcycle. Just as she was about to mount, she spotted a group of boys shoving an elderly beggar. The man tried to shield his body, but the kids
Chapter 153 Chapter 153: Rylie knew who the true puppet master was. Of the three, Laurel schemed the most. She rose from her seat. “I came on behalf of Grandpa and my brothers. Paola, since you’re fine, I’ll take my leave. Rest well p> Just as she stepped out, Percy
Chapter 152 Chapter 152: Laurel stood up and faced her. “Rylie, this happened because I failed to raise my daughter right. I’m sorry for the trouble p> Paola stirred on the bed. Her face looked pale, and her bandaged wrist left streaks of red across the blanket. Moving slowly, she
Chapter 151 Chapter 151: Sniffling, Paola struggled to speak. “Marcus wants to send us back to the Garretts. What are we going to do, Mother p> Laurel scowled. “You brought this on yourself. How many times have I told you? If it’s something money can fix, you don’t do it
Chapter 150 Chapter 150: Rylie lifted a brow, the corner of her lips curling. She didn’t respond right away. Spencer frowned and said, “Paola, you’ve misunderstood p> The noise reached Marcus, who arrived just in time to catch the scene. “What’s all the shouting for p> Paola turned to him,
Chapter 149 Chapter 149: Someone from the crowd had already posted the scandal online before the lights even dimmed. The headline was loud and clear: “Marcus Concert Disaster: Paola Garrett Plagiarism Scandal p> Brad laughed under his breath. “You sly little fox p> Rylie glanced at him but didn’t argue.
Chapter 148 Chapter 148: Paola stared at the screen. The footage was clear. The camera had caught her lifting the music, and even the notes on the sheet could be seen. Her face twisted in panic. “Rylie, are you insane? You actually installed a camera in your own room p>
Chapter 147 Chapter 147: “The gap is staggering. You can tell the pieces aren’t the same at all. She nailed every pause and shift. Rylie’s performance felt alive p> “Paola’s version sounds like a watered-down copy p> “No wonder it didn’t sit right with me earlier p> Spencer stopped caring