The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 90

Aurelia gave a start, quickly pulling her blouse tighter around her, fearing her secret was exposed.

"Isn’t it pretty normal for someone who spends all day in an office to gain a little weight?" she defended.

Avery gave a teasing smirk. "You’re not married yet. You need to keep your figure in check. What if Arno loses interest in you?"

Aurelia smacked him lightly on the head. "Stop joking around. Arno and I are just good friends, nothing more."

"So, you're in that 'more than friends but less than lovers' stage?"

Avery pulled a face, deeply suspecting there was something more between his sister and Arno. He was sure they were both interested in each other, but neither had made the first move!

In Aurelia's mind, her relationship with Arno was perfect just as it was. As he put it, a confidant was more valuable than a girlfriend.

A girlfriend can be replaced at any time, but a true confidant was irreplaceable.

"Your show is going to be a hit, and you'll get some recognition."

She subtly changed the subject.

Avery scratched his head, his face falling. "Some people on set are whispering. They say I only got the part because I invested in the project."

Aurelia picked up a bottle of mineral water from the table, took a sip, and her gaze drifted off into some unknown corner outside the window.

"A few days ago, someone told me that using connections is a skill too. The world isn't fair. To succeed, talent alone isn't enough. Background, connections, relationships, these all contribute to success. If you can invest in the project, that's your advantage. What you need to do is use it well and let it help you succeed!"

Avery brightened up and laughed. "Aurelia, you have a way with words. You turn negative energy into something positive."

Aurelia lowered her head and took another sip of water, hiding a hint of sadness in her eyes.