Chapter 28

Once upon a time, when Calliope was chasing after Gideon, everyone felt a bit sorry for her. She treated him so well, yet he seemed as indifferent as a cold pizza left out overnight.

And then there was Yvette.

People always said Yvette was different from Calliope, but when a man was being nice to a woman, it was rarely just a platonic thing.

"Gideon, listen. Calliope and Silas make a great pair. You never really liked Calliope, so stop entertaining those crazy ideas! You're not getting any younger, you know. It's about time you settled down.

You and that Yvette seem to be getting along well. When are you bringing her home to meet the family?" Verity was like a kid in a candy store, watching Gideon squirm with delight.

To be fair, even though Fleur wasn't Calliope's biggest fan, she had to admit Calliope was way better than Yvette.

Not to mention, Calliope was the daughter of the Jewell family, even if she wasn't exactly the apple of their eye. But hey, she was still a proper lady with a respectable background.

other hand, was a

remarried three times. Her dad was a notorious gambler. Even though she got a college degree, it

car. Sometimes she even

standing was a given. But Gideon? He had his eyes on Yvette,

Fleur wasn't thrilled

thinking that if Gideon actually married Yvette, it would keep Fleur's family on their toes.

knew she wouldn't help his career one bit. That was why he'd been set on marrying

at Verity, wondering if Calliope would be upset if he married Yvette instead. She couldn't possibly not care about him at

in Calliope's direction. Meanwhile, Calliope had just finished

got it, Eamon! I concede defeat!" Calliope said

cheeky girl, always

twinkling with affection. "Silas, take good care of Callie. It's getting late,

"Alright," Silas nodded.

yawn; she was definitely

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