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.

for Mila's frontiers assignment resumed, picking up the pace from where

Project 905, appointing her as the chief engineer and

the list of project

known for strong connections despite lacking solid expertise. His inclusion hinted at some leniency in the project's

the frontiers with Jasper

remained in Phoenicia, occupied until

Mila and Nathan visited Gary and Florence,

Gary leaned beside her, both delighting

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

hadn't even said their goodbyes, yet the

into his embrace, she looked up into his striking face. His eyes were deep pools

"What's wrong?" she inquired.

he pulled her closer. Paying no heed to their parents' presence, he planted a kiss on her forehead. "I hate the thought of

you'll be with us at the frontiers."