I Rise 222
Posted on March 06, 2025 ยท 1 mins read
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Chapter 222ย  Lucian massaged his temples, โ€œBut he canโ€™t be the butler anymore, demoted to a common servant. Iโ€™ve decided to head to Orvin for new opportunities, so Iโ€™ll leave him here to keep you company while you redo the yearโ€ย  He felt the Langston family had been more than generous with Evelina. If she couldnโ€™t seize the opportunity, she had only herself to blameย  Through gritted teeth, Evelina said, โ€œThanks, Luciantโ€ย  All she needed was to keep Zack for nowย  But she wasnโ€™t planning on staying behind. She was determined to follow them to Orvin! There was no way she was going to be left behind!ย  As Evelina watched Lemiraโ€™s car drive away, her eyes were filled with malice. One day, she vowed, she would have Lemira under her foot!ย  the car.ย  Lemira hummed a tune, delighted, โ€œWhen I dealt with that fake angel earlier, my hands went numb from the punishment! The look on her face was absolutely priceless!โ€ย  She thought Evelina should try her luck in showbiz! Perhaps sheโ€™d even find a career fitting for a fake angel!ย  Orion, seeing her in high spirits, realized his worries had been unnecessary. Lemira had grown much stronger!ย  He asked blandly, โ€œWhen do you plan on leaving?โ€ย  โ€œAfter I sort out the paperwork tomorrow, I can book a flight to Orvin.โ€ย  Lemira glanced at him, realizing she wouldnโ€™t see Orion as often once she left. After all, he was the schoolโ€™s doctor, with his work here.ย  Orion nodded at her words, โ€œThen, letโ€™s all have dinner together tomorrow night.โ€ย  He could see the unspoken words in Lemiraโ€™s eyes, but he couldnโ€™t afford to be sentimental. It was time to let go.ย  The next day, Lemira went through with her paperwork. She was now free from the Langston familyโ€™s influence.ย  Returning to her apartment, she found a table laden with dishes. Thaddeus stood by, โ€œLemon, tonight we celebrate your new journey.โ€ย  โ€œThanks.โ€ย  As Lemira sat down, she said to Thaddeus, โ€œI hope tomorrowโ€™s expo goes smoothly.โ€ย  โ€œMe too.โ€ย  Lemira instinctively looked at Orion, โ€œWill you be joining us tomorrow?โ€ย  After all, it was about the companyโ€™s new project.ย  Orionโ€™s lips barely moved, โ€œIโ€™ll sit this one out. You two go ahead, Thaddeus is the boss after all.โ€ย  Hearing he wouldnโ€™t join them dimmed Lemiraโ€™s spirits slightly. She had been preparing for this day, yet now that it was here, parting felt bittersweet.ย  Thaddeus tried to lighten the mood, โ€œEvery gathering has its end, but weโ€™ll meet again.โ€ย  Lemira held her drink, her mood down.ย  After dinner, Thaddeus stepped out to the balcony to make a call.ย  Lemira faced the man across the table, โ€œIโ€™m about to leave. Donโ€™t you have anything to say?โ€ย  Orion responded calmly, facing her gaze, โ€œLive happily. Do what you want without worrying too much.โ€ย  โ€œIs that all?โ€ย  Disappointment flickered across Lemiraโ€™s face.ย  Orion avoided her gaze, โ€œOnce school starts, focus on your studies. Donโ€™t rush into dating.โ€ย  Lemira laughed suddenly, โ€œWhen I date is my choice.โ€ย  Orion was choked on it, โ€œYouโ€™re still young.โ€ย  โ€œIโ€™m already of age. Besides, arenโ€™t you dating someone? Though, Iโ€™ve never seen your girlfriend.โ€ย  Lemira was curious about the type of person heโ€™d choose. She really wanted to know.ย  Orion, trying to hide his awkwardness, poured himself some wine, โ€œWhy do you need to meet my girlfriend?โ€ย  1/2ย  15:49ย  Chapterย  โ€œArenโ€™t we friends? If I had a boyfriend, Iโ€™d introduce him to you guysโ€ย  Lemiraโ€™s demeanor was calm. Orion, feeling a twinge of discomfort, sipped his wine and noticed Lemira reaching for a glass.ย  Instinctively, he stopped her, โ€œKid, you canโ€™t handle your liquor. Better not drink.โ€ย  โ€œAre you going to watch over me forever?โ€ย  Lemiraโ€™s gaze was serene, locking eyes with the man in front of her.ย 


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