Phoenix Rising: From Heartache to Heroism novel Chapter 162

He said nonchalantly, "You can go."

"Yes."

...

The wind and rain gradually become heavier.

Someone would make the trip to the small private cottage daily to deliver their meals.

Hattie had been yearning for a chance to visit the villa, but the incessant storm trapped her in the room.

At noon, a villa staff member arrived with their meal, driving a shuttle bus. After collecting the dishes and leaving, Hattie kept looking out the window to watch their retreating figure.

Benson had noticed her unusual behaviour over the past few days.

He put down his spoon and inquired her, "Hattie, what are you thinking?"

Their sibling bond was strong.

Turning her head, she sighed disappointedly. "Benson, I want to go to the villa and meet Niall.

"Niall is the heir of the White family. Getting along with him could be incredibly beneficial for us. I don't want to miss this great opportunity."

Benson studied the situation calmly. "But he also gets along well with Liam. He may not even consider us."

Hattie walked over to him; her confidence unwavering. "Benson, I just need to make Niall fall for me."

They had both returned from Harbor City with clear goals in mind.

That's why Hattie had never concealed her ambition from Benson.

"If you want to secure the position of the Ridge family head in the future, you'll need strong allies. I will make sure to choose a wife who can help us."

Benson's future wife would also have to be a strategic asset.

Both of them placed a high importance on power, so love became less significant.

Lowering his gaze, Benson contemplated her words.

Hattie had a crush on Niall. She preferred his background.

Benson spoke seriously, "This is the real opportunity."

Hattie continued, "But, I don't know how to get to the villa ... "

Benson replied, "It's easy to go there. Make something yourself and bring it to him as a gesture of thanks. But remember, you'll only have one shot at this. Whether he remembers you or not, it depends on your skills."

Her eyes lit up. "Benson, that's a brilliant idea. I'm going to make a cake."

There are plenty of supplies in the refrigerator, and all the necessary utensils were available in the kitchen.

Hattie gathered a few servants to work in the kitchen to help her bake a chiffon cake.

In the garage, there was a spare shuttle they could use to reach the villa.

...

At the villa, Violeta had been practising and had nearly regained her former proficiency with the equipment over the past few days.

Violeta's movements grew increasingly fluid; her gameplay was almost divine in its precision.