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The Gold family was falling apart.
Their reputation had tanked, and their once-bustling Alia Furniture stores in Savrow stood eerily empty.
To make matters worse, Justin had completely withdrawn his support.
Without the Salvador Corporation’s backing, bankruptcy seemed inevitable once their capital ran dry.
Meanwhile, the Thompson family seized the moment to expose Alia Furniture for selling subpar products, further deepening the Gold family’s crisis.
The public’s attention, however, shifted to KS World, which suddenly reemerged into the spotlight after a long period of silence.
“According to your instructions, I had someone keep an eye on Michael Gordon after he resigned.
He’s been meeting with Zeke multiple times,” Steven informed Bella, gently applying cuticle oil to her freshly manicured burgundy nails.
“You really know how to read people, don’t you?”
Bella’s lips curled into a knowing smile as she glanced at Steven.
“He took bribes and joined forces with Zeke to sabotage our hotel’s interests.
They’re clearly in cahoots.
”
As Steven continued his careful work, Bella’s eyes glinted with anticipation.
“The Gold family will be holding a press conference this weekend.
I’ll be sure to give them something they won’t forget.
”
Eager to inspect the new mattresses herself, Bella and Steven made their way to the back door of the hotel.
The housekeeping manager had offered to handle it, but Bella was adamant.
“I’m not some delicate lady.
I’ve carried dozens of wounded soldiers across the battlefield, including rescuing hundreds.
I can certainly handle a few mattresses.
”
As she spoke, there was a flicker of sadness in her eyes, a brief shadow of something more painful.
Bella’s thoughts drifted back to the Kridor battlefield, where she and Justin had been caught in the crossfire.
He had been severely wounded, with bullets lodged in his leg and shoulder.
He had begged her to leave him behind, but she refused.
-“Leave me alone and go!”
-“Get out of here! Get lost!”
-“No! I will never abandon you, even if it means dying here with you.
We’ll leave together!”
That moment had been a test of her strength, of her will to stay by Justin’s side despite the overwhelming odds.
She had been ready to die with him if that was what it took, believing that their hardships in life would bind them even in death.
She had no regrets—at least, she thought so back then.
A wry smile played on Bella’s lips as she pushed the thought away, her chest tightening with an old, sharp ache.
Justin.
.
.
I can’t believe that even after all this time, my heart still aches for you.
As she and Steven reached the back door of the hotel, workers were unloading the mattresses from the delivery truck.
The housekeeping manager was clearly impressed by Bella’s presence, recognizing her dedication to her business.
Bella jumped into the truck with Steven’s assistance, and after quickly unwrapping a mattress, she sat on it, testing it out for herself.
Satisfied, she gave the order, “Unload the rest.
”
Just then, the unmistakable roar of an engine drew their attention.
An electric blue Lamborghini sped toward the hotel, the sound of its engine cutting through the air.
While luxury cars weren’t uncommon near the hotel’s back entrance, this one was different.
This was the car of Ryan Hoffman, the so-called “Prince of Savrow,” and it was clear from the passenger seat that he was enjoying the company of a flirtatious woman.
Ryan casually steered the car with his left hand, while his right arm was wrapped around the woman beside him.
As they passed, Ryan’s sunglasses shifted just enough for him to notice Bella.
Even with her hands dirty and her work attire in place, she radiated an effortless charm.
Bella, as always, looked stunning.
But this time, she was more than just beautiful—she was strikingly smart and elegant, something Ryan had never seen in the pampered women he was used to.
She wasn’t afraid to get her hands dirty for her work.
Ryan couldn’t help but be intrigued, a playful smile tugging at his lips.
“Country girls really are strong,” he mused, clearly impressed.
