"I've always believed that if two people truly love each other, they can overcany obstacle and difficulty. Even distance can't sever their bond." Really? A shadow of indescribable sorrow flickered in Lisbeth's deep brown eyes.
She pursed her lips and whispered softly, "Didn't the tarot cards predict it? Raines and | are destined for a tragic separation. Maybe it's about to ctrue." Beverley and Aurelia exchanged a glance. The reading had clearly shaken Lisbeth.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtNegativeness always left a deeper impression than positiveness.
"Lisbeth, tarot readings only predict a possible future for a given period. If you make changes, the next reading could show a completely different outcome." "Really?" Beverley nodded vigorously, "Absolutely! Last t| did a reading for Aurelia, it was the Breakup card, but this tit's the Sun card, signifying they've emerged from the fog into the light. It's like waiting for the storm to clear to see the moon." Aurelia offered a reassuring smile, "No matter what dangers you and Raines might face in the future, | believe you'll both cthrough safely because Raines loves you deeply. True love can conquer anything." A bittersweet smile slowly appeared on Lisbeth. She said, "Raines has always treatedso well. I've never had anyone else take such good care of me. Meeting him has been the luckiest thing in my life." Aurelia gave her a knowing look, convinced of Lisbeth's feelings for Raines. A tall and handsattorney from a prestigious family, brimming with talent and gentleness. Who wouldn't be moved? No one could escape the capture of love, not even a female assassin.
Dinner was ready, and they headed to the dining room together.
At that moment, Lisbeth's phone rang. Beverley, quick as a flash, grabbed the phone from the nightstand, "It's Raines. I'll answer for you." She hit the speaker button, and Raines’ voice cthrough, "Lisbeth, are you alright? You're not at Magnolia Heights? The butler toldyou were taken to the hospital by an ambulance yesterday?" "I'm fine now and at Mossy Rock Retreat with Beverley and Aurelia and Beverley," Lisbeth replied.
"I'll cby later," Raines said.
Beverley chimed in from the side, "Raines, we're having a pajama party here, and it's ladies only. Don't worry about Lisbeth. She's just having scramps. The doctor did an exam. It's just a gynecological inflammation. She'll be right as rain after a course of antibiotics." "Alright, | won't disturb you. Have fun," Raines ended the call.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmBeverley gave Lisbeth a thumbs-up, "All sorted, Lisbeth." "Thanks," Lisbeth said gratefully.
As an orphan without family or friends, Lisbeth had lived in darkness and cold her whole life. Raines was the only one who had shown her kindness and love.
And now in Elysium with the Stirling family, she was experiencing a vibrancy and prosperity she'd never known. She seemed to step into a world as wondrous as a fairy tale.
The Stirling family led rich lives, full of gatherings and celebrations.
Wealthy families, after all, had the tand money to enjoy a luxurious life to the fullest.
After a reflective pause, Beverley spoke up, "Aurelia, how's the revision of the family charter going? None of the elders putting up a fight, | hope?" Aurelia's laughter was light, "Henry cby. Leopold tried to charm him into agreement with his silver tongue. Whether it worked, | can't say." Beverley stuck out her tongue playfully, "Henry's as notorious as Chad, with a string of lovers and a trail of illegitimate children.
He's bound to oppose the changes." Aurelia responded, "It doesn't matter if the elders agree or not, the charter needs updating. If not now, then in the future."