Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

Fiona finally dropped her gaze, avoiding Allen's eyes.

"Let him come over," Jackson said.

The attendant, understanding the cue, stepped aside, allowing Allen to make his way over to Jackson, fixing his appearance along the way. "Mr. Woods, could I have a word with you in private?"

Jackson gently tousled Fiona's hair, giving her a warm, reassuring smile. "If you're hungry, go ahead and eat. I won't be long."

He turned, and the two men stepped into a private room. Allen followed closely, shutting the door firmly behind them. "Mr. Woods, could you give me another chance?"

Getting knocked off his current top spot would mean an uncertain climb back up.

"Is that all you wanted to say?" Jackson asked, a hint of impatience creeping into his voice. He glanced at his watch, eyebrows raised. "You've got three minutes."

"I have proof of my innocence. If you don't replace me, I can bring more benefits to Woods Corporation. For the next three years, I won't take a dime."

Jackson's interest piqued, he gave Allen a curious look. The potential gains from Allen were substantial, especially with three years of free service.

After a moment's consideration, Jackson nodded. "Alright, I'll give you this chance."

"I'll give you five days to sort this out. I'll make sure you're supported, and your status won't drop."

Allen's eyes sparkled with excitement as he replied eagerly, "Thank you, Mr. Woods. I won't let you down."

As they emerged from the private room, Christina stood at the door, looking serious and a bit pale, her gaze sharp with anger directed at Allen.

Fiona turned and saw Jackson

dening her. "Hey, try this

chicken, it's delicious," she saidnoveldrama

placing a piece into Jackson's bowl.

The dish was still steaming, and Fiona hadn't touched her food without him.

"Stealing my chicken to butter him up," Nash grumbled, his mock

annoyance making Fiona giggel

give

him a light kick under the and

Allen and Christina sat across from them, but the meal, despite its quality, felt bland.

As they left, a crowd had gathered at the entrance, unable to get in but blocking the doorway and surrounding the area.

"Oh my gosh, it's him!"

"He's so handsome! Wait, why is that woman Fiona with him? Hasn't she caused enough trouble?"

"Why's he still hanging around her?"

The murmurs at the entrance

Allen tense up. He glanced back at Jackson and Fiona, took a deep breath, and waved to the fans with a smile.

"You've got it wrong. Ms. Fiona is a friend of mine. We've been friends for ages,

and there's no truth to those rumors."

Allen hopped into the car, and they left the private restaurant.

"Why would he stick up for Fiona?"

"Maybe he's under pressure? Was that the famous Mr. Woods with Fiona?"

The situation quickly caused a stir online.