Suddenly, I Am Rich-Chapter 97: A Little Problem

Their first day in the condo passed by slowly.

They spent the first hour just walking around, checking everything again, like they still couldn’t believe everything was real. Lily opened every door to see what was inside every room.

Gray tested the light switches, played with the built-in speakers, and even tried the touch panel that controlled the curtains. When the blackout curtains swept shut with a smooth hum, Lily gasped like magic had just happened.

"It’s like magic, brother!" she whispered in the air, half in awe.

"Don’t press anything or else you would destroy it, Lily,’" Gray joked around.

For their first night in the condo, Lily begged for pizza, and Gray didn’t even hesitate to agree to her. They sat cross-legged on the living room floor, using a fancy marble coffee table as their small dining table.

"I feel like I shouldn’t eat here, brother," Lily said, wiping her fingers with a tissue.

Gray glanced at the expensive tabletop, then flicked her forehead.

"Stupid. Stop thinking about it. The place is ours."

Lily heartily giggled before nodding her head.

They talked while eating. Their topics were about the condo, the school, and how weird it felt not hearing their old upstairs neighbor stomp around anymore. Gray didn’t even notice until Lily brought it up.

"It’s quiet here," she said, mouth full of crust. "Is that a good thing or a bad thing?"

Gray leaned back against the couch, looking up at the ceiling.

"...It’s a good thing."

Lily nodded like she agreed, then promptly fell asleep on the couch thirty minutes later, half-wrapped in a blanket with the TV playing quietly in their background.

Gray didn’t even bother waking her. He just carried her to her room and tucked her in her bed.

Then he stood at her doorway for a few minutes, watching her sleep.

The city lights painted faint patterns on her ceiling from the massive windows. It was a heartwarming sight to look at.

After a few minutes, he turned off the light, pulled the door softly shut, and made his way to his own room.

When he lay down that night, the sheets smelled like fresh laundry and the pillow felt too soft, but he didn’t complain.

He just stared at the ceiling for a while, listening to the silence of their new life.

And eventually, with a tired smile on his face, Gray closed his eyes and slept.

- - -

The next morning, Gray got up early. freeweɓnovel~cѳm

He had some things to do in the office, so he had to leave before the sun even finished rising. He moved around the condo quietly, careful not to wake Lily as he got dressed and packed his things.

The coffee machine purred softly in the background, filling the place with warmth and the faint scent of coffee beans.

After a quick check of his bag, he picked up his keys and headed toward the door.

But just before he could open it—

"Brother?"

Gray turned his head.

Lily was standing by the hallway in her pajamas. Her hair was a mess, and she was rubbing her one eye with the back of her hand.

"Why are you leaving already?" she asked, her voice still groggy.

"I have some things to do, Lily," Gray softly answered, walking toward her. "Go back to bed. You still have time before school."

Lily shook her head.

"I’m awake now," she muttered. "But brother... how will I go to school?"

Gray blinked.

"What?"

"There’s no bus stop here..." Lily said quietly, her voice turning smaller. "I don’t know how to get there."

Gray froze.

Shit.

He hadn’t thought that far ahead.

Back in their old place, the bus stop was just a few streets away. She could go on her own, and she knew the route well.

But here?

They were in the middle of a gated and secluded community. There were no bus stops, no subway access, and certainly no kids walking to school.

His lips parted, but no words came out at first.

Lily stood there, hugging herself as she looked up at him.

Gray stepped forward and gently placed a hand on her head.

"I’ll figure it out," he said. "Okay? I’ll call you in a few minutes. Just wait for me."

"Okay," Lily nodded slowly, trusting him. "Don’t forget about it."

"I won’t."

Gray gave her one last pat on the head before heading out.

The elevator ride felt quiet. Too quiet.

He tapped his phone against his palm a few times before slipping it back into his pocket.

By the time he got to the front of the building, Daniel had already pulled up in the car.

"Good morning, Sir," Daniel greeted as he opened the door.

"Good morning, Daniel" Gray muttered, sliding into the back seat.

They drove off smoothly.

But Gray didn’t stay quiet for long.

"Daniel," he suddenly said.

"Yes, Sir?"

"Do you think..." Gray leaned forward slightly, "do you think you can take Lily to school today?"

Daniel’s eyes flicked up to the rearview mirror, calm as always.

"I know it’s outside of your work," Gray added quickly. "And I swear it won’t be permanent—I just forgot she doesn’t have a way to get there." He tried to explain things to him.

He knew he could only blame himself for his stupidity.

He hadn’t thought that far ahead. He was too busy and happy for the past few days that it slipped on his mind.

There was a short silence that lingered in the car before Daniel slowly nodded.

"Of course, Sir. I can take her."

Gray blinked. "Really?" he was almost in disbelief.

"She’s your sister," Daniel said simply. "And it’s not a problem. Just send me the address and the time, and I’ll take care of the rest, Sir."

Relief flooded Gray’s chest.

"Thanks," he said, rubbing the back of his neck. "Seriously. You saved me." He couldn’t help but be thankful to the man.

Daniel smiled faintly. "It’s not the first time I’ve driven someone to school, Sir."

Gray leaned back in his seat and let out a breath.

Problem solved.

For now.

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