Chapter 1986

Looking at his reflection in the mirror, Ryan's rugged features-his sculpted cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and short, graying hair-evoked the image of a hardy, weathered pine tree standing resolute against a snowy backdrop. But the youthful edge he once possessed had long since faded.

Just then, a knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.

Ryan walked over and opened the door.

A playful smirk played on his lips as he said, "Justin."

Justin raised his eyebrows slightly and lifted the plastic bag in his hand. "My wife sent me over to dye your hair, Chairman Hoffman."

Ryan's eyelashes fluttered as he gave a mischievous grin, a glimpse of his youthful charm shining through. "Honestly, I'm not too sure about your skills, Mr. Salvador."

"Let's give it a try. If it turns out badly, this one's on the house."

The two brothers looked at each other and smiled-a lightheartedness they had not felt in a long time.

With a barber drape around his shoulders, Ryan sat in front of the mirror while Justin stood behind him, patiently applying the dye to his hair.

white strand turn black, Ryan could not help but joke, "We promised to grow old together, but

future, make sure to dye it regularly. Just because you're married doesn't mean you can let yourself go. My sister might lose interest in you," Justin said. He glanced at Ryan's head full of

afraid you'll be jealous of

"Jealous?"

a higher rank, jealous that I look more

his eyes slightly, the comb catching on a tangled patch of hair, causing Ryan

his hair fully dyed, Ryan stood side by side

felt as if they had returned to their younger days, when they were the ambitious and admired rising stars of

out a hearty

changed into a light pink dress specially

dress had long sleeves, a high neckline, and a full-length skirt, perfect for a

As she looked at her own radiant reflection, Carrie's moist eyes

up on even the tiniest imperfection.

weight due to her illness, leaving her

long neck looks beautiful with the high neckline." Bella quickly tried to smooth

she looks like

did not fully grasp the meaning, but Roza understood perfectly. The two friends exchanged a knowing look, like a

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