An hour later, Briony and James stepped out of the tea house and climbed into their car. The white Range Rover pulled away from the curb, blending into the soft hum of the city.

Meanwhile, on the second floor of the tea house, behind the closed doors of a tastefully modern private room, an elderly gentleman entered. Dressed in a dark suit, the man everyone had called "Mr. Seven" rose to his feet and bowed respectfully.

"Father Hoffman, the contract's been signed. As you instructed, Ms. Kensington has the largest share."

Father Hoffman took the contract, scanning it briefly. "Did Ms. Kensington make any specific requests?"

"She didn't ask for much—just that her identity as a shareholder remain confidential. Oh, and she wants to bring on a female celebrity."

"Who?"

"Rosita."

Father Hoffman pulled out his phone and dialed. As soon as the call connected,

he relayed Briony's conditions to the person on the other end.

A deep male voice replied, "Whatever she wants, give it to her."

"Understood."

his phone away and looked at Mr. Seven. "From now on, Ms. Kensington calls the shots at this company.

"Yes, sir.

week later, Rosita terminated her contract with her former agency and signed on with a new entertainment company-one of

opportunities. Rosita had once been the top star at her old firm,

assigned her a new agent-Bill, a seasoned manager with a reputation for turning careers around. Within days, Bill had secured

week, Rosita felt the thrill of

wired two million dollars

overjoyed to receive the money. She paid her medical bills, started her treatment, and soon found

a free moment. She asked how Lauren's recovery was going; Lauren sounded much brighter, almost back to her gentle, old

only scoffed

loud, her tone was weary.

on getting better at

any rumors these days, don't overthink

health comes

off. "Rosita,

Mom, don't worry about

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