Hollywood Zenith

" He is nice and from a wealthy family even then he act like any other normal person." Katarina informed her Maurice about couple of things.

" Are you sure you can trust him? How old is he? Do you know his name?"

" I didn't know much at first but others did hear about him. When they later told me, it's hard for me to accept his identity. It's very special still I don't think it matters much because he is good to us and even helped us when we were in trouble. He even contacted Miss Lilly to help us which is a big deal because she too is very famous person."

Maurice could tell from Lilly calm demeanor and how she carried herself that she wasn't a normal person.

" But still, I want to meet him....just to talk. Is that his kid?"

" No, no, He is only twenty years old how could he have a kid this big? It seems like he is taking care of her for someone but over few days everyone got fond of her cheerful personality."

Meanwhile the drama was not over, Elise was still apprehensive about these strangers while Genevieve was trying her best to solve the situation.

" I think you scared her." Roberta chuckled seeing Elise stuck to Genevieve eyeing her parents.

" Come on, there is no reason to be scared. She is harmless." Genevieve picked Elise up bringing her closer to her mother.

The little girl nodded and looked at Virginia and Maurice with curious eyes. They were instantly enamored by this scene. Seeing how well Genevieve got along with Elise really gave them some hope for the future of having theor own grandchildren.

It's never been their priority because Genevieve was still young and they didn't want to pressure her but at the same time, it strengthen their resolve that she would find someone soon.

Roberta, Alana and even Katarina urged Elise after which the little girl finally greeted them and introduced herself just like Samuel had taught her.

As a result she was showered with praises making her more relaxed. It worked wonders as she started speaking her mind within minutes.

" It's nice to see everyone get along but don't forget we are here for business beside have you wondered what he would do to you guys knowing you used Elise as a prop?" Lilly reminded them that they crossed the line with this one.

It might have played out differently had they known Elise's past but only Helga was aware of it.

" We are not scared of him! Elise need to have some fun too!"

" Yeah? You might succeed when it comes to him but how are you planning to deal with Kayla and Mayra. I have to warn you, Kayla is very temperamental especially with anything concerning Elise."

" Kayla? Mayra?" Virginia asked completely oblivious to the situation. Others had heard about it from Samuel but he never gave them much details which meant Lilly was left to fill in the blanks.

Explaining it as best as she could, she paused before saying," For more information you have to talk to them. I don't think it's my place to tell you about her past." Her face was somber clearly showing that it was not something she was fond to talk about. Everyone took notice but they decided not to delve deeper into it.

Fortunately, the topic soon shifted to Lilly and why she was suddenly here with Roberta and others. After learning they would be attending the fashion week, Genevieve's parents were surprised.

Lilly was there to help them with everything from makeup to their evening gown. Her parents wasn't sure of they should accept Samuel's arrangements knowing it was very generous of him but when Katarina said it was his payback for Helga saving Elise's life they had to agree.

Virginia put forward the condition for accepting Lilly help was that they had to have lunch at their diner. Lilly didn't bear around the bush and accepted it.

Thus, while the girls started preparing food alongside Elise, Genevieve was left in the room with Lilly who was ready to take her measurements.

Maurice informed Raphael took bring everyone inside as he too headed to see if his wife needed any help. He was the head chef but most of the home meals were cooked by Virginia because she didn't like always manning the counter.

" So? About this kiss...you haven't told your friend right?" Genevieve almost jumped hearing Lilly mention it.

Just from her reaction, Lilly knew that she was spot on, another fish to add to his collection. How does he keep getting away with it?

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" It was nothing. Just a peck to show my appreciation, you know...."

" Oh I know. I have talked to all four of them. They all said the same thing."

" What? What did they say?"

" You just have to talk to them. I don't think it's my place to say anything."

Genevieve looked at her strangely. What was she trying to do? Did others really sense something that she wasn't aware of?

Unfortunately, Lilly kept her mouth close. She had a general understanding that Genevieve was still in her starting phase while others were well ahead of her especially Helga who seemed to talk on and on about him without skipping a beat!n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

After an hour, Lilly was finished with her work. They went downstairs to be greeted by a full spread of food.

Maurice had connected long tables so that everyone could sit together and enjoy their meal. During the meal, the conversation kept revolving around Samuel, Elise would tell long tales about things she experienced when visiting his home but Genevieve's parents and brother didn't take her stories to heart.

They liked Elise's bubbly personality, Virginia even manage to hold her in her arms feeding her with her own hands. She really liked when the little girl praised her cooking.

After the meal, it was time for them to leave. Genevieve wanted to stay but with Elise's insistence she decided to follow them back to Kayla's place.

Samuel also received the call and began to panic. Kayla and Mayra were unpredictable which meant everything could crash and burn without him being there but at least he already informed them about the situation beforehand. He only hoped that nothing would go wrong!