Escape From My Step Brother's Dangerous Obsession (Skylar and Callias) novel Chapter 79

Chapter 79 

Chapter 79 

A ripple of surprise and uncomfortable coursed through Lukas. 

No wonder the two of them seemed so intimate. 

He calmly unfurled a dossier before him, “Why you didn’t mention it before?” 

A bitter smile touched Cole’s lips as he answered honestly, I lost touch with my university acquaintances for a long time. Its been three years since I last saw Skylar.” 

Lukas felt a measure of relief hearing this explanation 

He mulled over that he must have deemed Skylar as his possession, that’s why he would feel uncomfortable. 

After all, she was an integral part of his family from legal part. 

Leaning back in his chair, Lukas spoke casually, “Since you know her well, tell me what you know about her.” 

Cole pondered briefly, “Skylar is fiercely loyal and possesses exceptional design talent.” 

“What do you mean by ‘exceptional design talent? Lukas arched an eyebrow, seeking further clarity. 

Unfaltering Cole replied candidly, “Amongst all the designers I’ve encountered, she stands out as the most talented.” 

A fractional contraction danced within Lukas’s pupils, his tone stripped of sentiment. “I wasn’t aware you held such a high opinion of 

her.” 

Skylar POV 

Meanwhile, I descended to the lower floors, 

Even before stepping into the design department, rumors of my participation in the prestigious Century Jewelry Competition had already swept through the office. 

Though veiled, people couldn’t help making indirect remarks about me. 

Yet, I brushed these comments aside, determined not to be affected. 

However, the atmosphere took an unexpected turn as someone suddenly mentioned private jewelry customization. A chorus of sour remarks echoed through the office. 

“Some people, regardless of how talent, can never match Olivia. Her list of private clients at Strakovski is unparalleled!” 

“Yes, apart from our regular seasonal designs, our prime focus here is private customization. We do set a monthly minimum quota for 

private custom orders!” 

“I guess someone won’t have a bustling list of clients waiting for their designs.” 

My brows knitted as I absorbed the details displayed on the private custom orders document before me. 

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Indeed, there existed a minimum quota–n financial threshold each client had to meet for personalized orders per month. 

Falling short for three consecutive months resulted in bonus deductions and even potential dismissal. 

My eyes flickered as my mind drifted back to my tenure at Trifleming. While a few clients had sought me for custom work, the 

atelier didn’t possess a dedicated unit for private custom orders. Furthermore, Hugo had forbidden me from engaging in such 

undertakings privately. 

But now, an avenue had opened up. I resolved to reach out to my previous clients, gauging whether they retained a demand for my expertise. 

Amidst my musings, Raven sidled up, her expression a canvas of indignation. 

I playfully prodded Raven’s cheek and chuckled, “What’s irking you this time?” 

Raven’s voice dropped, a conspiratorial hush between us, “Word has it that Olivia didn’t boast such a prolific private clientele However, when Emily left a while back, she passed on a significant portion of her clients to Olivia.” 

widened. Raven implied that Emily had endorsed Olivia as the successor for her private clients. 

My eyes w 

Under these circumstances, most patrons would heed Emily’s endorsement, granting Olivia an opportunity to craft their jewelry 

visions. 

No wonder Olivia staunchly defended Emily. 

I met Raven’s gaze, my smile unwavering. “It’s fine. As long as we’re skilled, clients will naturally find their way to us.” 

Observing my composure, Raven’s curiosity got the best of her. She blinked, gazing at me with an inquisitive intensity. “Skylar, why did you share your design drafts with Bella before?” 

She distinctly recalled my initial statement that it had been my own choice. 

My smile was soft as I explained, “Back then, fame wasn’t my pursuit. I just wanted a simple life. And there’s another aspect.…….” 

“My ex–boyfriend didn’t like the idea of me becoming too prominent. He often said. “A tree standing tall invites the strongest wind.” He believed I didn’t need to engage in a rat race to draw attention to myself and be the center of it all. His vision was for me to settle down as a full–time homemaker 

Raven, privy to the online chatter about me, felt a twinge of anger. Then why did he end up with Bella 

She left the sentence unfinished, but 1 grasped the unsaid implication. 

I cast a sidelong glance at Raven, my laughter gentle. I was genuinely furious at that time. Yet, after a few days of contemplation, it’s not easy to distinguish right from wrong in these situations”