A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging From Dust Novel

Chapter 69 When Calliope finally arrived , Archie and Portia were already there , waiting for her in their private booth .

As soon as she walked in , smiles spread across all their faces .

About time you showed up ! What took you so long ? Portia teased , looking up .

Latecomers buy the first round ! Alright , alright ! Calliope chuckled , waving her hand in mock defeat .

Just had a few things to wrap up .

III make it up with a drink .

True to her word , Calliope poured herself a glass of wine and toasted to her friends before taking a generous sip .

The three of them settled into their seats , catching up on each others lives .

Archie was a bit quiet , but Portia eagerly shared about her latest romantic interest , a guy shed been seeing but hadnt quite locked down yet .

Then Mavis recounted her recent daring mission .

It was a nail biter , the kind of story that made you clutch your heart a little tighter .

Luckily , her top skilled mentor had swooped in at the last moment to save the day .

So , how are things going with Uriah ? Calliope asked , glancing at Mavis .

Everyone knew Mavis had a thing for her mentor Uriah Stewart , but it was also clear that Uriah didnt seem to reciprocate those feelings in the same way .

Their relationship was complicated , to put it mildly .

Calliope remembered how , in another life , Mavis and Uriah had a massive falling out , almost tearing their mentor mentee bond apart .

Yet Calliope always believed that deep down , Uriah felt something for Mavis , even if he couldnt admit it .

Same old , Mavis shrugged .

My status and work are kind of unique .

Uriahs never really cared about that .

She took a sip of her drink , her eyes downcast , and it was clear she was a little bummed .

Portia gave her a sympathetic look .

Maybe its time to set your sights on someone else .

Uriahs as approachable as a porcupine , I always feel gruesomely uneasy when around him ! Mavis forced a smile .

If only it were that easy to let go .

After all , Uriah was her mentor the man she loved with all her heart .

He had saved her from countless tight spots , and she couldnt just walk away from that .

Even if Uriah didnt feel anything towards her , she would love only him for this life .

Matters of the heart arent something you can force , Archie said , pouring Mavis another drink .

If you cant give up , find a way to win him over .

Mavis pondered this .

Uriah was like a god to her , and the thought of trying to win him over seemed daunting .

She admired him , and she feared him in equal measure .

Lets change the subject to something happier , Mavis turned to Calliope .

Callie , how are things with Silas ? Portia scrutinized Calliope .

You seem to be glowing ! Archie looked up with interest too .

Well , we , uh , took things to the next level … Calliope confessed , her cheeks turning a shade of pink .

He was amazing , and Im pretty satisfied .

Ooh, la la ! Portia teased , nudging Calliope playfully .

Seems like Silas has got some skills ! Youre not getting too attached , are you ? Mavis inquired , Even though he seems nice , hes got some secrets .

I even asked Uriah , but he wouldnt spill .

Calliope shook her head .

No.

1/2 Chapter 69 Archies eyes flickered with a hint of disappointment , though he quickly masked it with a sip of his drink .

Then , with a dramatic sigh , he joked , You all have your man sorted .

I wonder when itll be my turn .

With looks like yours , finding a man should be a walk in the park ! Portia said with a wink .

Want me to set you up ? Mavis shook her head , laughing softly .

Portia , stop messing around .

Calliope watched Archie , sensing his unease .

She knew his family had been on his case about settling down , and it was weighing on him .