Lucas responded in a calm, low voice, "You won't get that chance in this lifetime."

Selena huffed. "You better hope so!"

She lifted her chin defiantly and then playfully winked at Aveline.

Aveline smiled softly, a hint of exasperation in her eyes. When would these two ever stop bickering?

Once they arrived at the mall, Selena dragged Aveline into a whirlwind shopping spree. Whatever caught their eye, they bought-no hesitation, no restraint. It felt exhilarating to indulge so freely!

Lucas followed quietly behind them, occasionally making a few phone calls and handling work without missing a beat.

After shopping all morning, the group started to feel tired. Selena led Aveline into a restaurant across the street.

since you've been back-want a taste of home?" Selena asked, grinning

said, handing her the menu before excusing

under maintenance, Selena headed downstairs to the one on the ground floor. As she came out, she noticed a familiar figure sitting at a nearby table. A man with a

stepped closer,

Everyone knows your family needs this project. My family holds the deciding vote, and it's up to me whose bid gets accepted. I picked you because I'm doing you a favor. Don't act like

furrowed in

project, and they sent Jolie to handle

being the favored daughter," she

doting as they seemed if they were willing

holding a hint of mockery as she looked at the man. "Oh? I wasn't aware that the Lowe family had the final say over

we have the most control

suit and sat back down, his posture dripping with arrogance. I'm only talking to you about this because I like you, Jolie I'm even willing to cut you in on some profits. But don't push your luck If you keep refusing, you'll only have yourself to blame when you lose

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