Pearl Emerging 32

Pearl Emerging 32

Chapter 32 

So, a lot of folks didn’t know, but Calliope, despite not being the apple of the Jewell family’s eye, was actually a little rich lady. She had more money than her father, Monty, ever did

The funny part? Not even the Jewell family knew about the fortune her grandfather left her

Her grandfather always said, Keep your wealth under wraps.” 

He was always worried the Jewell family might try to take everything from her. She took his advice to heart and never told a soul that it was all hers. She even had a crew of really capable people working for her, managing 

the wealth

Money made more money, and her assets had multiplied tenfold

Now, she owned various shops collecting rent and other ventures, but she barely had to lift a finger. Her crew was fiercely loyal because she’d saved their lives at some point, so they were devoted to her. She treated them well, which only made them more grateful and reliable

She owned Kirin Fondue, a fondue restaurant on a street her grandfather had given her. It was about five or six years ago when she met Rafferty Stanley during a mission

When she first met Rafferty, he was barely hanging on, just a breath away from death. She brought him back to life

After that, Rafferty stuck by her side. He had a lot of secrets, but he never talked about them, and she never pressed him

By some twist of fate, she discovered he had a knack for cooking, and together they opened this fondue 

restaurant

On paper, Rafferty was the owner, but she was the real boss

She’d drop by the place to help out whenever she had the time. Sometimes, when she had meetings with other business managers, they’d choose Kirin Fondue as the venue. It became her little secret hideaway

After coming back to life, she hadn’t visited the place for a while, but Rafferty understood she was busy with wedding plans, so he didn’t mention it

It was still early in the day, and the place wasn’t crowded. Calliope and Rafferty were having coffee in the backyard, chatting away

How’s your health been lately?Calliope asked, taking a sip of her coffee and noticing Rafferty’s pale complexion

Not dead yet,” Rafferty replied with a nonchalant shrug

Here,Calliope said, sliding a small ceramic bottle toward him, I tweaked the formula a bit. This version should be more effective than the last. One pill a day. I’m still working on a longterm solution for your condition, but no breakthroughs yet.” 

Don’t worry about me. I don’t mind, living or dying,Rafferty chuckled, though his eyes remained lifeless

He was handsome, with charming eyes and fair skin, his features undeniably striking. But a man without the will to live was hard to convince otherwise, let alone make happy

The fact he was still alive was a small miracle in itself

Calliope glanced at him. You still owe me a life.” 

That’s why I’m still breathing,” Rafferty shrugged. So, you really let go of Gideon?” 

Yep,” Calliope nodded. Pretty smart, huh?” 

Rafferty nodded in agreement. He really wasn’t right for you. But Silas.. 

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Chapter 32 

He’s not the right one either?Calliope raised an eyebrow

He’s got a dangerous edge, but it’s hard to say. You’re quite the enigma yourself after all,” Rafferty looked up. By the way, I remember you mentioned wanting a race car modifier. I found someone for you. He’s really good. Want to meet him? If you do, I can call him over.” 

Sure, have him come over then.” 

Calliope nodded immediately. I need him to fix up a car for me.” 

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