Chapter 183: Facebook Server’s
The next morning in New York was crisp and bright. The trio—Lukas, Annie, and Bella—began their day by visiting one of the most luxurious furniture stores in Manhattan. The towering glass façade welcomed them into a world of opulence, where Italian-crafted sofas, handmade Persian rugs, and bespoke chandeliers gleamed under elegant lighting.
Annie, with her natural grace and taste, fell in love with a velvet green sectional that perfectly matched the mood of the mansion’s lounge. Bella ran her hands over the surface of a carved oak dining table, visualizing long family dinners and laughter filling the high-ceilinged halls. Lukas watched them, amused and warmed by their enthusiasm, occasionally giving his nod of approval or pulling out his phone to take pictures.
As the sales were processed and deliveries arranged, the girls began scouring through interior decoration firms on their tablets. Annie was determined to find a theme that brought elegance and comfort, while Bella focused on clean designs with subtle personality. It was a vision being stitched together by two very different minds in harmony.
Then Lukas’s phone buzzed.
It was a call from Yaho, the sharp and ever-focused CEO of Facebook. Her voice was urgent but calm as always.
"Lukas," she said, "I need you back at headquarters. Something came up with the Japanese partners, and we can’t afford a delay. The staff is preparing everything for you. It’s best if you fly back on the double."
Lukas sighed and pinched the bridge of his nose. He turned to Annie and Bella, both of whom looked up immediately, concern in their eyes.
"Work emergency?" Annie asked, already knowing the answer.
"Yeah," Lukas nodded. "Facebook stuff. Yaho needs me back in Princeton ASAP."
"Go," Bella smiled. "We’ll be fine. You’ve already left us with more than enough to keep us busy."
"Exactly," Annie agreed. "We’ll finalize the decor ideas and maybe visit a few more places. Jay and Roy are with us, right?"
Lukas gave a small, grateful smile. "Of course. They’ll take care of everything."