chapter605

Elliot couldn't believe it sometimes. His little sister was on a whole other level, smarter than anyone he'd ever met. No wonder their parents always told him and his brothers to learn from her. Honestly, they were right.

I just thought it was interesting, so I dove right in, Lydia said, almost like it was nothing.

She remembered how it all started, how she used to push herself to the limit, hoping Jenson and Milana would notice her, maybe even care about her. She'd worked so hard to impress them, but in the end, they never came back. Eventually, she gave up on them completely and decided she'd change her own fate, no matter what. And she did.

Elliot knew just how tough things had been for her. He looked at her with so much sympathy it almost hurt. "Lydia, you've really been through a lot."

Lydia just shrugged and gave a small smile. That's all in the past. Let me write you a couple of songs in the next few days."

Elliot's face lit up, but he looked a little awkward too. He cleared his throat. "About earlier, I was out of line."

Thinking about what he'd said made him cringe with embarrassment.

"It's fine. Back then, I honestly didn't want anything to do with you. But things are different now. If you need me for your tour, just say the word, I'll be there.

Elliot's mouth fell open, and he stared at her, totally moved. "Lydia, I'm so happy you said yes, but we should still do things properly. About the fee..."

Before he could finish, Lydia cut in. "If you bring up money, you're not treating me like your sister."

Elliot let out a weak laugh. "I just thought..."

"You've given me so many gifts. Think of this as me returning the favor."

Elliot's heart felt full, and he grinned from ear to ear. Alright, then I'll accept it.

The next morning, Elliot was up early, heading out to pick out some luxury gifts. He didn't just buy for Lydia he got something for Lucinda, Grandpa, Kylie, and Cameron too.

Lydia went to the hospital to visit Mrs. Smith. On the way, her phone rang. It was Juna.

"Jenson is trying to sell his shares," Juna said. "He's telling everyone he already found a big investor and the company's safe. Plus, he's throwing a birthday party for his son in three days and sending invitations all over." .

Lydia let out a cold little laugh. Push the price as low as possible. However much

he wants to sell, we'll buy."

Juna agreed right away. "Got it."

Jenson and Milana were so busy selling shares and planning Luke's birthday party, they didn't spare a thought for the old lady in the hospital. All that fake concern Before was just to get their hands on her assets. Now that they had what they wanted, they didn't show up at the hospital and never even reached out to Lydia. They were probably hoping she wouldn't find out what they were up to.

After checking on Mrs. Smith, Lydia didn't leave right away. Instead, she made her way to Luke's ward.

She had to admit, for all their other faults, Jenson and Milana did dote on Luke. No matter how bad things got at the company, they always made sure Luke was safe and well cared for.

Lydia stood outside the door,

peeking through the glass at the boy lying in bed. He looked pale and sickly. When she was little, she'd envied him more than anyone, Luke, she'd always wanted.

had the king of ke

Now, she just felt sorry for him. If Jenson and Milana hadn't spoiled him so much, maybe he wouldn't have grown up so reckless. Maybe he wouldn't have ended up so close to death.

Luke was lying still, but maybe he sensed someone outside. He looked up, and for a second, he just stared. Lydia didn't go in. She turned around and started to walk away.

Suddenly, Luke threw off his blanket, jumped out of bed, and chased after her. "Lydia!"

Lydia stopped in her tracks.