Chapter 7: The Question About Preferences

The next day, following a night of solid, restorative sleep, Serena sat in the study pondering her mission.

First and foremost, Serena had to admit that the very first step of her plan had been a total failure.

The business of gifting the ring to the hero

Chapter 8: Losing Control

Serena: "..."

Lucian’s declarations left Serena utterly lost for words.

Fortunately, Lucian quickly added, "I don't have any particular preferences. As long as she matches my family background and my parents approve, that's enough."

Serena: "..."

She asked, refusing to

Chapter 9: The Transfer Student's Arrival

One week later, it was Serena’s official first day of school.

It was a bright, breezy morning when an ivory-white private helicopter touched down on the rooftop pad of Saint Jude Academy's administrative building. This particular model frequently appeared