Chapter 0264

A small, irrational part of me wanted to turn around and walk out, but that would

be ridiculous. Instead, I stepped up to the counter and focused on placing my order: the usual drinks for James and me. I'd hoped Fiona wouldn't

notice me.

No such luck.

"Ella!" she called out, her voice bright with excitement.

I turned, forcing a smile. "Hello, Fiona."

"We have to stop meeting like this," she joked.

"It seems we have very similar tastes," I replied lightly. "How have you been?"

smile genuine. "I'm taking an extended lunch break today-there's a long meeting later that I need to brace

my words carefully.

nodded knowingly. "Of course. Alexander's always talked about wanting to pursue

than I'd expected. "If you're not too busy, I'd love to sit down

for a moment

your drinks when they're ready,"

turned to me and gestured

matter," I

near the window, and Fiona settled into her seat with an excited smile. She leaned her elbows

How are you feeling?" "A bit nervous," I admitted, trying to sound composed. "But I'm sure it's nothing I can't handle. Alexander and L have been navigating the spotlight together since the

a bit reckless about things sometimes, but you seem to have a good

picking up on the edge in her words. "What do you mean by

his past... indiscretions. It's always surprised te that he's as public as he is. If anyone were to dig too far into his background or Diana gets gossiping.." Fiona trailed off abruptly, her expression shifting as she realized what she'd said. Her eyes went

I asked, leaning forward

answered too quickly, the

Chapter 0264

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