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Chapter 36: Local Legend
It took them nearly an hour to arrive at the restaurant Gray had chosen. They used one of the Davenport family's cars. Partly because Gray didn't own one, but mostly because Chloe's security was still a top priority.She wasn't allowed to go anywhere without any of her assigned guards lurking nearby. Which was understandable, especially with how wealthy her family was.The restaurant was nestled in a quiet corner of the city. It didn't appear to be well-known but still modest looking in its own right. A touch of class without too much fancy. This... would do.Gray had once worked there, years ago, scrubbing dishes in the back kitchen. The owners would sometimes offer him free food and allow him to take leftovers, knowing his situation.The food there had always been incredible. Rich flavors, handmade pasta, and sauces simmered for hours by skilled chefs.So he never understood why the place never took off.Maybe it was the location? Poor marketing? Or maybe people just overlooked it b
Chapter 35: Not Ready
Chloe sat on the edge of her bed, staring blankly at the clothes scattered across her room. Her closet door was wide open, hangers twisted in different directions. Dresses, skirts, jackets, and tops were everywhere. On her bed, on the floor, even draped over the back of her chair.She had already changed outfits four times.And now, as the clock crept closer to seven, her heart could only beat faster."What am I even doing?" she muttered under her breath, running her fingers through her hair in frustration."It's just a regular dinner. It's not even a date!" She scolded herself. "Why am I getting so worked up over what to wear then?"She had been to a lot of dinners. Some with important CEOs, their children, others with charity organizers. She had worn heels and practiced her smiles in the mirror.She knew how to talk, how to charm, how to nod politely when someone went on about their success.But this was different. And for some untold reason, it scared her.Because for the first tim
Chapter 34: Who Knows
Chloe froze completely at the question. Her pen hovered above the paper, and her breath caught slightly in her throat.She wasn't expecting it at all.Dinner?She could barely move as her eyes stayed fixed on Gray. He looked casual about it, as if he just asked if she wanted coffee.But for some reason, the question made her heart race."I, uh..." She opened her mouth but no words came out right away.Gray tilted his head, waiting. He even doubted if it was the right choice."I mean, yeah. Sure." Chloe finally managed to say, hoping her voice didn't sound as awkward as she felt. "Dinner sounds good."Gray smiled lightly, genuinely pleased."Great. After your session today, I'll come back around seven?" he asked casually, like this was the most normal thing in the world."Okay. That works." Chloe nodded quickly."Alright. Finish your task first, then." Gray gave Chloe one last smile before he went back and focused on what he was doing earlier.Chloe, on the other hand, had a hard time
Chapter 33: How About Dinner Tonight?
"This is really for just a week?" he asked again, still stunned.Emma chuckled, finding Gray's disbelief amusing."Yes, Gray. It's the standard we give to private tutors in our family. And frankly, you've done more than expected.""I mean, thank you. I just didn't expect it." Gray let out a low breath before putting the envelope in his pocket.He'd withdraw this immediately later."You've earned it," Emma replied warmly, sipping her tea."I guess that's a good sign." Gray laughed."It is." Emma nodded. "You're doing a great job."Before Gray could reply, a maid stepped into the garden, bowing slightly."Miss Emma, Miss Chloe is already waiting in the study.""Ah, perfect timing." Emma set down her cup. She looked at Gray and smiled. "You should go ahead. Don't keep her waiting, Gray."Gray stood and gave her a grateful nod."Thanks again. Really.""No problem."As he made his way to the study room, Gray walked in to see Chloe already seated at the study table. She was flipping through
Chapter 32: First Payment
Gray spent the whole day being happy about the result of his investment. When school ended and he picked up Lily from the gates, she ran into his arms as usual. But this time Gray swept her up and spun her around playfully."Whoa! What's gotten into you, brother?" Lily giggled, surprised by the sudden energy."Just feeling good today," Gray said with a grin as he set her down and ruffled her hair. "So, what do you want to eat tonight? Your pick."Lily's eyes widened. "Really? You're not gonna say we should just eat at home again?""Nope. Anything you want."Her face lit up like a light bulb."Then fried chicken! With cheese powder! Lots of it!" Lily giggled as she raised her hand in excitement."Alright then." Gray pulled out his phone to find the nearest location of Lily's favorite chicken place.After their meal, they stopped by a nearby convenience store. Gray told her to pick out snacks she liked, and she took it like a mini shopping spree.Lily picked out all kinds of things. Can
Chapter 31: Basic Investor Path
The numbers on the screen seemed to blur for a second as Gray stared at his phone in disbelief.+4.6%+7.9%+15.4%It was still climbing without any signs of stopping."Holy..." Gray gripped his phone like it might disappear if he looked away for even a moment.Vox Tech's stock was skyrocketing in real time, the green arrows climbing with each refresh. It had already broken through the resistance line he remembered seeing on the chart, and now it was shooting straight toward the sky like a rocket with no brakes."This is unbelievable."His heart thumped loudly in his chest.Gray quickly tapped into his portfolio, his thumb trembling ever so slightly.The seven thousand dollars he'd invested five days ago?It was now $8,078."That's more than a thousand dollars up," Gray whispered, barely able to contain the growing grin on his face.Gray wanted to punch the air in pure bliss.Because what did it mean that he just earned that much without doing anything?"This is the life. I'm telling
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