Chapter 43
Chapter 43
Yesterday, Ellie got a call from Lacey, who said she was back and invited her to a welcome–back party tonight. She initially wanted to decline, but since Lacey showed up at the hospital, she had no choice but to agree
Lacey mentioned she had also invited a few other close friends, and Ellie didn’t want to embarrass her. So, reluctantly, Ellie went to the bar to borrow a decent outfit from the boss. Whitney.
Tis Ellie’s surprise, Whitney gave her a brand–new dress, saying it was too small to retum. Even when Ellie tried to offer her money. Whitney refused, saying it wasn’t worth much.
To go with the od–the–shoulder, waist–cinched, knee–length dress she was wearing, she made the tough decision to buy a nice pair of high heels. Before leaving the house, she even took the time to do her makeup.
Before, to pay for her father’s medicine, she would save every penny, almost skipping meals. She worked tirelessly, like a spinning top that never stopped
After interning at the hospital and working part–time at the bar for a while, she realized there were so many people who judged based on
Appearances
Most people respect the clothes before respecting the person Dressing neatly could at least save her from some unfair treatment and losses.
Summoning her courage, Ellie stood at the entrance of the private room and immediately spotted Alex. He was sitting right in the center, leaning over to whisper something to Haley that made her blush and move even closer to him.
Ellie’s heart tightened, and she quickly turned to leave. She thought. What are they doing here too?
She became good friends with Lacey during college in Jinerly. She always knew Lacey came from a well–off family but never guessed she knew
Alex as well
“Ellie, you finally made it?” Just as
as Ellie was
she said.
was about to turn around, Lacey grabbed her and pulled her into the room. “Everyone’s bere except for you,”
With Lacey’s words, the gaze of about ten prople in the room turned sharply towards the doorway. Ele was so nervous she didn’t even dare to look up feeling as if a sharp gaze was trying to pierce her.
Haley’s eyes showed a moment of surprise when she saw Ellie, but the jealousy in her eyes was hardly hidden. She thought, ‘So Ellie and Lacey are friends.
Carefully linking arms with Alex, Haley’s gaze was locked on Elle and couldn’t look away.
Usually, she didn’t dress up, wearing clothes that weren’t very presentable. But she was so dressed up today, with makeup and high heel
If she wasn’t mistaken, the dress Ellie was wearing was a high–end piece from a famous luxury brand’s current collection. Haley thought, ‘How does the afford it when she can barely afford food!”
Layton glanced at Alex with a playful look. “So the good friend Lacey mentioned is Ellie. huht I was wondering who could be prettier than your girlfriend.”
Alex slowly squinted his eyes, staring intently at Ellie. She wore a white off–the–shoulder dress that showed her neck, shoulders, and ankles, fitting her form snugly. Her waist seemed so slim that he could probably wrap his hand around it.
Her long hair naturally cascaded down her back, neatly tucked behind her ears. She stood there demurely, radiating an innocent sweetness. Her Bawless makeup enhanced her unique features, and her petal–like lips, painted a sofi nude pink, moved in a captivating way
Alex took a deep breath and another one. He tugged at his collar, using tongs to drop or cubes into the glass in front of him until the wine inside nearly spilled over. He then picked it up and drank it al
With Ellie’s arrival, the room was filled with waves of boisterous excitement. Ellie stood awkwardly in the middle of the room, feeling a strong urge
“Don’t get too excited, let me introduce everyone,” Lacey said, but Haley stood up and interrupted, “Lacey, let me bandle the introductions,” she Emised.
Lacey looked at Haley in surprise and said, “Haley, you two know each other?”
Haley nodded as curious eyes turned toward her. She walked over to Ellie, who seemed completely uninterested in acknowledging her presence,
Haley didn’t feel embarrassed at all, smiling as she said. “I never would have guessed that Lacey’s friend is actually Alex’s sisterf”
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As soon as Haley said this, the room erupted in gasps and playful teasing
“Wow, so she’s Alexster! She’s really stunning!
“Hey Haley, does your sister–in–law have a boyfriend?”
“No wonder Lacey praises her so much. She’s trily a stunning beauty!”
Hearing everyone’s compliments, a hint of embarrassment passed over Haley’s eyes. As the top socialite in Jaslands, she was always the center of attention wherever she went, never having her spotlight stolen.
She never imagined that one day someone would compare her to
to Ellica
le, a poor girl from the countryside.
Pushing down her irritation. Haley smiled at Alex. “Even though Ellie doesn’t have the same last name, Alex is very fond of his sister and keeps a very close watch on her”
Listening to Haley’s words, Ellie felt a wave of irony. Even a fool could sense the hidden suggestions in her statement.
Just as Ellie was thinking of an excuse to leave, several people came over, grabbing her and pulling her to a seat,
Ellie looked left and right in shock to find a handsome guy on each side, both staring at her intensely
Ellie’s mind was a mess. She wanted to get up but was too scared, wanted to leave but couldn’t find a good reason, so she just sat there, avoiding looking at Alex.
“Since everyone’s here. Let’s play truth or dare. We’ll start with three questions…” someone suggested, and everyone agreed excitedly.
Ellie couldn’t refuse and had to play the game. Unexpectedly, in the first round, Alex lost to Layton. Ellie beld her cup rightly, watching Layton smirk as he asked Alex, “Alex, who’s the woman you love the mov”
Alex said. “My mom!”
The room burst into laughter, and Ellie couldn’t help but smile. She thought he would say Haley.
Layton asked, “Who do you most want to marry?”
Alex said. “Obviously, my girlfriend!” Elbe saw Alex put his arm around Haley with a gentle and suggestive look, which made her quickly look away.
Layton’s third question was “If both your sister and your girlfriend were in danger, who would you save BNU”
Alex nonchalarly glanced at Ellie, saying, “Of course, I would save my girlfriend Ellie tightened her grip on the cup, struggling to conceal her discomfort.
“Since Alex and Haley are so in love, why not have a public kiso”
“Yes, yes, they must kiss
The room’s atmosphere reached a new high as everyone cheered and laughed, but Ellie felt as if she was trapped in an icebox.
With her heart aching, fie looked over at Alex. Alex was leaning in to kiss Haley, who shyly turned aside. Alex playfully pirmed Haley to the sofa and leaned in again.
Haley playfully begged for mercy. Alex chuckled softly, cupping her face gently, as they gazed deeply into each other’s eyes.
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