Rewriting My Heart's Fate novel Chapter 454

I switched to a more formal tone to get the conversation back on track.

Ethan's soft sigh came through the phone. "Evelyn, you've really toughened up over the years… Work always comes first for you, and I'm always second."

I went quiet, my emotions all over the place. I used to believe love was everything. But after everything, I realized that self-respect and a career mattered just as much.

"Ethan, love isn't everything. Let's focus on our careers and push forward to greater heights, okay?"

Ethan didn't answer right away. After a long silence, he gently said, "Okay, I'll back you up in my own way. You just keep shining your way."

I ended the call and sighed heavily.

Teaming up with Ethan would open up new opportunities for Evelyn Studio. And I'd continue to move ahead with my career.

I kept the conversation with Ethan to myself. Noticing how swamped I was, Kevin and Lianne pitched in without hesitation.

Meanwhile, the search for the perfect spot for Evelyn Studio's Lendora branch was well underway. Ethan kept his word and sent over Grayson Group's top real estate team.

They hunted for office spaces in Lendora's busiest areas. It wasn't long before they set their sights on a charming, historic building at 43 Strelson Street.

The building was right in the heart of Lendora's business district and only a stone's throw from Thallus River. It featured towering spires and finely crafted stone sculptures.

"This is where Evelyn Studio starts its new chapter."

Under the relentless work of the renovation team, the building went from quaint to chic. The marble floors and gilded chandeliers brought together a perfect fusion of modern design and timeless charm.