Book 3: Getting My Way

Lyra’s POV 

“I’m not serving another business, Uncle Felixe. I’m learning the tricks of the trade from the best in the industry. Soon I will be ready to apply the knowledge I gained and build my fashion brand. I know we have a successful business of our own, but it doesn’t cater to fashion design or I would have joined it already!” 

“She’s right, Felixe. Please, can we make peace and have lunch together? Lyra, come to the table. I’ve made your favorites,” said Hera, intervening in time. With both of us stubborn and hot-headed, it was the only way out of the situation. 

The doorbell rang and Granny Ebony and Stella arrived with loads of shopping bags. “Oh, you’ve arrived! I was hurrying back to meet you, Lyra.”

“How have you been granny? It feels so good to see you.” I hugged her and she, too, returned my gesture. “So, where are you coming from? What are in all these bags?” 

Stella carried them inside while Hera and U