Chapter 417 – Passive Income with Emotional ROI
Sira nodded, tucking the pearl back onto Lux's palm like she was handling a holy relic. "Even mortals can't argue with magic materializing out of thin air."
Lux tapped his system mentally. 'System, please prep a valuation sheet. Something conservative but dramatic.'
[Understood, sir. Shall I also prepare a flow chart for "Parental Reunion Revenue Opportunities"?]
Lux's mouth twitched. 'Not now.'
[Very well, sir. Suppressing urge to monetize.]
He pocketed the pearls carefully, then smoothed Ariel's hair down with one hand. "Come on. You've got this."
They led her back through the hall toward the private room. She sniffled quietly, rubbing her eyes with her coat sleeve. Sira walked just a step behind, her aura dimmed but still regal, like a bodyguard who just happened to be wearing designer heels.
