Chapter 69 When Calliope finally arrived , Archie and Portia were already there , waiting for her in their private booth .
As soon as she walked in , smiles spread across all their faces .
About time you showed up ! What took you so long ? Portia teased , looking up .
Latecomers buy the first round ! Alright , alright ! Calliope chuckled , waving her hand in mock defeat .
Just had a few things to wrap up .
III make it up with a drink .
True to her word , Calliope poured herself a glass of wine and toasted to her friends before taking a generous sip .
The three of them settled into their seats , catching up on each others lives .
Archie was a bit quiet , but Portia eagerly shared about her latest romantic interest , a guy shed been seeing but hadnt quite locked down yet .
Then Mavis recounted her recent daring mission .
It was a nail biter , the kind of story that made you clutch your heart a little tighter .
Luckily , her top skilled mentor had swooped in at the last moment to save the day .
So , how are things going with Uriah ? Calliope asked , glancing at Mavis .
Everyone knew Mavis had a thing for her mentor Uriah Stewart , but it was also clear that Uriah didnt seem to reciprocate those feelings in the same way .
Their relationship was complicated , to put it mildly .
Calliope remembered how , in another life , Mavis and Uriah had a massive falling out , almost tearing their mentor mentee bond apart .
Yet Calliope always believed that deep down , Uriah felt something for Mavis , even if he couldnt admit it .
Same old , Mavis shrugged .
My status and work are kind of unique .

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Uriahs never really cared about that .
She took a sip of her drink , her eyes downcast , and it was clear she was a little bummed .
Portia gave her a sympathetic look .
Maybe its time to set your sights on someone else .
Uriahs as approachable as a porcupine , I always feel gruesomely uneasy when around him ! Mavis forced a smile .
If only it were that easy to let go .
After all , Uriah was her mentor the man she loved with all her heart .
He had saved her from countless tight spots , and she couldnt just walk away from that .
Even if Uriah didnt feel anything towards her , she would love only him for this life .
Matters of the heart arent something you can force , Archie said , pouring Mavis another drink .
If you cant give up , find a way to win him over .
Mavis pondered this .
Uriah was like a god to her , and the thought of trying to win him over seemed daunting .
She admired him , and she feared him in equal measure .
Lets change the subject to something happier , Mavis turned to Calliope .
Callie , how are things with Silas ? Portia scrutinized Calliope .
You seem to be glowing ! Archie looked up with interest too .
Well , we , uh , took things to the next level … Calliope confessed , her cheeks turning a shade of pink .
He was amazing , and Im pretty satisfied .
Ooh, la la ! Portia teased , nudging Calliope playfully .
Seems like Silas has got some skills ! Youre not getting too attached , are you ? Mavis inquired , Even though he seems nice , hes got some secrets .
I even asked Uriah , but he wouldnt spill .
Calliope shook her head .
No.
1/2 Chapter 69 Archies eyes flickered with a hint of disappointment , though he quickly masked it with a sip of his drink .
Then , with a dramatic sigh , he joked , You all have your man sorted .
I wonder when itll be my turn .
With looks like yours , finding a man should be a walk in the park ! Portia said with a wink .
Want me to set you up ? Mavis shook her head , laughing softly .
Portia , stop messing around .
Calliope watched Archie , sensing his unease .
She knew his family had been on his case about settling down , and it was weighing on him .