Zavier chuckled, "You're finally catching on."
Skylar shot back, "I was never dumb to begin with."
Zavier fell silent, focusing on the road as he drove.
They reached a certain spot and switched cars, and after a few more minutes, they arrived at Kalene's place.
Kalene lived in another villa area, and the overall environment was much newer compared to the one where Rivera's Manor was located. The landscaping looked good, though it lacked some historical charm.
It was Skylar's first visit, "This is my first time meeting your mom. Should we bring something?"d2
Zavier dismissed the idea, "You're not seriously going to be her daughter-in-law, no need to suck up to her."
Skylar insisted, "It's basic manners, though."
Zavier asked, "Ever hear the saying, 'Nice guys finish last'? Sometimes you've got to unleash a little crazy, Skylar. Don't always take things lying down. If you do that, you'll find the world becomes a much nicer place."
"Thanks for the advice. I'll give it a shot," Skylar replied.
Zavier got out of the car first and, like a true gentleman, opened the door for Skylar. "Nora's probably at my house. No matter what she says, just ignore her."
Skylar pondered for a moment, "Is she the one you and your grandpa were talking about?"
"Curiosity killed the cat, Skylar. Some things are better left unknown," Zavier warned.
"Zavier..."
"What now?" he asked.
"You really know how to pick your moments," Skylar said, turning to walk away.
Suddenly, Zavier grabbed her arm, "Touched a nerve, have I?"
Skylar fumed, "Right now, I just want to make enough money to bring my sister to the Capital. I don't have time for romance, least of all with a man I've only met once."
"Alright, next time we'll hang out together. Give you a chance to fall for him," Zavier teased.
Skylar's face flushed with anger, "Are you so desperate to get rid of me that you're pushing me onto other men?"
"I..."
Biting her lip in frustration, Skylar said firmly, "Zavier, I've told you I won't cling to you. As soon as we can get out of our families' plans, I'm ready to call off the engagement. You don't have to rush to hand me off to another man."
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