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.

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

Project 905, appointing her as the

the list of project leaders, she noticed Jacob's

and leader of Team B, known for strong connections despite lacking solid expertise. His inclusion

to different work schedules, Mila needed to head to the frontiers with Jasper and join Project 905 as soon

Phoenicia, occupied until the

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

head dipped, fingers entwined with Mila's as he softly caressed her hand. Though a smile graced his lips, a weight

even said their goodbyes, yet the ache of

shift in his mood. Nestling into his embrace, she looked up into his striking

"What's wrong?" she inquired.

smile softened as he pulled her closer. Paying no heed to their parents' presence, he planted a kiss on her forehead. "I hate

you'll be with us at the