“Okay,” Selena said into the phone. Zachary explained some school matters to her before hanging up. After putting down her phone, she noticed Leia standing nearby, wearing a somewhat serious expression, knitting her eyebrows together.
Smiling, Selena inquired, “What’s wrong?”
Leia hesitated and then puffed out her cheeks, “Madam, Mr. Jordon wants to see you.”
Selena raised her eyebrows, realizing that if Luke wanted to see her, it must be something significant. Leia continued, “He told me to send you to his house and instructed me not to tell the young master.”
Selena gently rubbed Leia’s hair and said, “Go get the car.”
Leia’s eyes widened in surprise, “But the young master said…”
“Mr. Jordon won’t harm us,” Selena reassured Leia with a calm smile, “there should be something special.”
Leia, relieved by Selena’s confidence, went to get the car. Ten minutes later, they drove out together.
Leah, monitoring the public opinion trends, panicked upon learning that the Riddle family from the capital had defended Selena. She had studied the situation in the capital and knew the Riddle family’s significance. The thought that Selena’s mother might be from the Riddle family crossed her mind, instilling fear in Leah.
With the Riddle family supporting Selena, Leah felt a sense of impending doom. Jealousy consumed her as she pondered why Selena always outshone her. In a twisted state of mind, Leah decided to intensify the attacks against Selena.
Leah dialed a number and instructed, “Keep slandering Selena.” The person on the other end hesitated, aware of the strong support for Selena on the internet. Leah, undeterred, suggested broadcasting live to earn money and subtly threatened their lives.
Leah manipulated the situation, emphasizing suspicions about Selena’s sudden powerful connections. She promised money for concrete evidence and urged them to act, reassuring that even if exposed, the risks would be minimal.
Leah’s manipulation succeeded as the person agreed to proceed.
Leia drove Selena to an estate on the outskirts of the city. Selena, with Leia by her side, entered the unfamiliar manor. In a flower room on the rooftop, Luke observed Selena’s arrival through surveillance and expressed concern. He cherished Selena deeply, having grown up with her as his one treasure.
As Selena walked into the manor, she unexpectedly encountered Vivian in the garden, casually making tea. Vivian acknowledged Selena with a brief glance before redirecting her attention elsewhere.
Selena’s gaze dimmed upon seeing Vivian, hinting at an unexpected encounter.