The Wrong Woman

Mila couldn't suppress a chuckle. Lillian seemed oblivious and vastly overestimating herself.

With graceful poise, Mila replied, "Even the President himself wouldn't dare speak so recklessly. Yale hasn't even taken office, and you're already this arrogant. Who knows what will happen if the nation is under his leadership."

Lillian, gritting her teeth, pointed at Mila, spitting out menacingly, "Wanda Hoffis, just you wait." Without a backward glance, she stormed off.

Yale cast a heated gaze at Mila for a moment and flashed a gentle smile. With that, he followed Lillian out.

Zach approached Mila, concern evident on his face. "Chubs, are you alright?"

Returning to the moment, Mila took Zach's arm with a sigh, guiding him towards the house. "Grandpa, whatever the reason, never allow Yale and Lillian in again. There's no one in Norvania Nate can't offend. We must stand our ground."

Zach smiled knowingly, proud as he responded, "Understood. With Nate supporting us from behind, we have nothing to fear."

Mila held back a smile, nodding in agreement.

As the election day drew nearer, Nathan's days became increasingly hectic.

resumed, picking up the pace from where

letter for Project 905, appointing

project leaders, she noticed Jacob's

classmate and leader of Team B, known for strong connections despite lacking solid expertise. His inclusion hinted at some leniency in

the frontiers with Jasper and

remained in Phoenicia, occupied until the

departure, Mila and Nathan visited Gary and Florence, allowing them

Jasper while Gary leaned beside her, both delighting in playful moments with Jasper. The moment was tender and

entwined with Mila's as he softly caressed her hand. Though a

hadn't even said their goodbyes, yet the ache of

embrace, she looked up

"What's wrong?" she inquired.

parents' presence, he planted a kiss on her forehead.

months. After the election, you'll be with us at the frontiers." Mila assured