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Chapter 527
Ruby commented with a warm smile, "I guess we were meant to meet."
Lisa beamed, "Ms. Ruby, we surely share a unique connection. You're my idol! Your pictures and stories still grace the walls of Riverbrook TV Station."
Lisa had done her homework. Before Ruby went abroad, she was the star reporter at Riverbrook TV Station. Lisa even visited the station, where Ruby's photos still adorned a corridor.This content © Nôv/elDr(a)m/a.Org.
Modestly, Ruby replied, "That was all a long time ago."
Seeing Ruby in good spirits, Lisa pressed on, "So, why did you leave journalism? With your talent, you could have been the head of Riverbrook TV Station by now."
Ruby's face showed a brief flicker of embarrassment. Neil, too, seemed lost for words.
Ruby had been a journalist for many years, braving war zones and exposing global undergroundworks. She had saved countless homeless orphans and often appeared in international news. She was even a UN peace ambassador. Lisa's question seemed oblivious, especially after calling Ruby her idol.
Just then, the Shaw family's four sons entered, catching their conversation.
Isaac teased, "Head of the TV station? Do you know how many TV channels our company owns?"
Lisa's expression faltered. Jacob was internally fuming at Lisa's blunder. Leah had just patched things up, and Lisa's words had soured the mood again.
Thankfully, Ruby took it in stride and graciously invited everyone to join for dinner. Ruby exuded a youthful spirit, radiating a relaxed and free aura unlike the usual high-society ladies.
The Shaw family was a picture of harmony. Neil was the quintessential doting husband, always agreeing with his wife and gazing at her adoringly, though he wasntas warm with others, even his sons. The Shaw sons displayed impeccable manners, setting an example of gentlemanly Conduct.
Lisa found the sight of the four
brothers particularly pleasing,
especially Kash, whose aloof charm
reminded her of Connor. Yet, she
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was puzzled. Why hadn't Jacob and Leah mentioned anything about a potential match, even in jest? It
wasn't something she could bring up herself.
However, Lisa had a plan. As the meal wound down, she pulled a small wooden box from her bag. "Ms. Ruby, for our first meeting, I've brought you this gift. I hope you like it," she said, placing the box before Ruby.
When Ruby opened the box, she found an array of scented candles. The rich aroma of agarwood was deeply soothing and refreshing. Ruby's eyes brightened, clearly pleased.
Lisa's lips curved with satisfaction,
knowing her move had paid off. "I made these candles myself," she
said. "I call them 'Special Incenseve
They're crafted by infusing roses in agarwood and adding a few herbs known for their calming and sleep-inducing effects."
Of course, these candles weren't Lisa's handiwork. She had swiped them from Chloe's old workshop. Chloe had always been intrigued by crafting unique things, and she had converted a storeroom in the Meadows family home into her studio.