Chapter 1271

Lyra stared at Kurt's portrait, and memories of her childhood began flooding her mind. She remembered how he had taught her the importance of strength for a woman, how he had trained her in martial arts, and instilled in her the skills of self-defense and the ways of the world. One vivid memory emerged—Kurt had taken her to the greenhouse. As they were surrounded by a riot of roses, "Loving someone is like nurturing flowers," he had said. "Only with care can they bloom beautifully." He had shown Lyra how to plant and cherish each blossom. At that time, she had been just a budding flower herself. Now, 20 years later, the little girl had blossomed into the CEO of Jansen Group, truly embodying the radiant rose Kurt had envisioned she would have become in Seathburn City. "Goodbye, Mr. Spencer Senior," Lyra whispered as her grip tightened around Charlie's hand. … Meanwhile, in Hackett Manor, Kieran glanced at Levi, who was looking out at the window. "Mr. Hackett, the guests h