Once Lorna and Allison finished their work, Ken handed Allison a tissue.


    “Thank you for your hard work, Miss rke,” he said, acknowledging the patience it took to handle a child.


    Even the slightest improvement seemed like a glimmer of hope.


    Allison epted the handkerchief and wiped the sweat from her brow.


    Noticing the logo, she joked, “It’s a limited edition, right? You have to have some serious connections to get your hands on one.


    If I recall correctly, it’s valued at around three thousand.


    ”


    Ken raised his eyebrows in surprise.


    “You have a good eye, Miss rke.


    You seem to know a thing or two about these treasures.


    ”


    “I just discovered it on the Inte,” Allison replied nonchntly, then added with a yful smile, “But it seems you’ve been hiding your indulgences, Mr.


    Lloyd.


    ”


    Ken shrugged.


    “It was a gift from a business deal.


    Nothing to get too excited about.


    ”


    Their yful banter brought them a little closer, and Ken found himself intrigued by Allison.


    After the lesson, he escorted her out, giving the old butler instructions along the way.


    “Lorna has spent a good part of the day sculpting.


    Make sure someone brings her something to snack on.


    She is very active and gets hungry quickly.


    ”


    As Allison walked down the stairs, she looked around the vi.


    It was one of the private residences on the Lloyd estate, hidden behind a forest and designed to reflect the tastes of its owner.


    The ce exuded a cozy charm, filled with personal touches.


    A tall ss case disyed a variety of perfumes, including rare and out-of-print gems from renowned perfumers, denoting a deep appreciation for the craft.


    Overhearing Ken''s conversation with the butler, Allison couldn''t help but raise an eyebrow.


    The world painted Ken as a ruthless figure, but here he was, showing a surprising level of care for a child.


    "Mr.


    Lloyd, you don''t need to apany me any further," Allison said politely, turning to him.


    "I can find my way out.


    "


    But as she turned, her gaze caught something: a ne Ken was wearing.


    He was dressed casually in a simple white shirt, the top button undone, revealing a ne.


    The ne was barely visible.


    The design – two intertwined snakes – looked eerily simr to a snake bracelet her mother had once worn.


    It seemed to be from the same collection.


    “I’m not just here to say goodbye, Miss rke.


    There’s another matter I’d like to discuss,” Ken said, oblivious to her subtle remark.


    He spoke deliberately.


    “For years, I have struggled with incessant headaches.


    I have visited countless doctors, but no one knows what the cause is.


    ”


    Her tone changed slightly as she continued, “The strange thing is that the only relief I findes from your perfume.


    The one you handcraft.


    It helps me rx at night and improves my sleep.


    I’ve been searching for Scarlet Snake for centuries, and I never expected to find the perfumer right in front of me.


    ”


    Ken chuckled to himself, remembering their first meeting, when Allison had kept a straight face while bluffing.


    He had detected the scent of perfume and thought it might lead him somewhere.


    Who would have guessed that the creator was right there, leading him down such a twisted path?


    “Who knew you had such a gift for spotting talent, Mr.


    Lloyd?” Allison mocked with a lightugh.


    “Most people choose their perfumes based on the brand, but you choose them based on the artist.


    ” She hadn’t anticipated such a turn of events, but knowing that her perfume could ease someone’s pain was gratifying.


    I didn''t know if it was the form or the technique that made the difference.


    “I’m really interested in inviting you to join the Charisma Company,” Ken said, his gaze steady.


    “With your skills, we could elevate the brand to new heights.


    Naturally, I’d be more than willing to pay handsomely for the perfumes you create.


    ”


    The proposed coboration was more than appealing.


    Charisma Company had already skyrocketed in the market, bolstered by Ken’s media exposure and influence.


    Investors flocked to it, driving up thepany’s stock.


    If Allison came on board, it would be beneficial for both parties.


    But for Ken, her presence was even more important.


    “Mr.


    Lloyd,” Allisonughed softly, her tone light but yful, “we have crossed paths many times and I would like to think we are friends.


    If my perfume can help you with your migraines, that is wonderful news for me as a perfumer.


    How could I charge a friend for it?”


    He added a mocking tone to his voice and pointed to the ne around her neck.


    ?Besides, whyplicate things? I admire your ne, it''s very pretty.


    Why don''t you give it to me as payment??


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