This somewhat disappointed him, yet also secretly excited him a little.
She's not here, which only means that she's even more extraordinary than he imagined—a true formidable person would never be found easily.
Five years ago, Ivana Bennett and Lucas Walker were his most troublesome adversaries.
And now, five years later, former enemies have become friends.
Finally, there's someone who can make him take them seriously once again.
With opponents, life doesn't have to be lonely!
Phoebe reached out and tossed the materials on the table into the trash can, then held the wine glass, bringing it to her lips for a sip.
"I'll catch you."
...
...
On the yacht.
The canvas was set on a wooden easel, and the painting on the canvas was already taking shape.
The brush glided over the canvas, leaving a rich splash of color.
On the table beside her, the tablet displayed Paul Cézanne's "A Plate of Apples"; clearly, the image was a replication.
