Chapter 243

Ryan got down on his knees and bowed to the three of them. Alfie watched silently, one eyebrow raised, then casually said, "Hey Ryan, when you're older and ready, wanna come learn with me?" Elizabeth blinked in surprise. She'd never seen Alfie take the initiative to teach anyone—let alone show interest in a kid! Ryan froze. His voice trembled slightly. "Really? Can I? I've seen your videos… you're famous everywhere. Someone like me... Can I really?" Alfie could tell Ryan was nothing like Elizabeth. The first time he met her, ambition burned bright in her eyes. But Ryan? He looked at his sister with nothing but admiration—not a trace of resentment. A kid like that, with the right guidance, could become someone remarkable. "When I leave Capitol City, you'll come with me." That way, he'd also be out of Elizabeth's sphere. Ryan hesitated, staring at Elizabeth, almost hoping she'd ask him to stay. "Do you think I should go, sis?" he asked softly. Before Elizabeth could say anything, Gabriel