Echoes of Unrequited Love

Chapter 144

The awkward drinking session got a bit lighter when Timothy rolled

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After some small talk, Shirley ordered the server to pour the drinks. But when it was my turn, Timothy put the kibosh on it.

“Xavierȧ is still nursing a foot injury, better stick to juice,” he said, giving the server the eye. Casual as he was, there was an

unspoken assertiveness in his actions.

Obviously, I couldn’t just opt–out. With bigwigs like Hogan and Shirley around, I wasn’t in a position to stay dry.

Before I could object, Shirley chimed in, “Mr. Temple, aren’t you a bit too caring for Ms. March? I’ve never seen you so attentive to any girl before.”

After that, her eyes darted towards me, loaded with insinuation.

Timothy, all grins, looked at me and said, “Speaking of which, the reason Xaviera can’t drink is all President Stapleton’s fault, so quit stirring the pot.”

His careless tone paired with that seemingly innocent face made it hard for anyone to fault him. Shirley seemed a bit thrown off, waving her hand and saying, “Alright, alright, my bad. I’ll take a penalty drink, okay?”

spoke, she already had her glass in

“It’s just a joke. Don’t take it seriously,

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Zade, Look, I make one little

tone seemed to be

President Stapleton for her hospitality at Pinecrest Hollow. Ms. March, you should

to toast Shirley, probably because Timothy had just undercut her.

to toast the boss. But coming from Hogan, it turned into more of an order. Plus, he knew

after a good night’s sleep, it was still a sprain, and staying away from alcohol was

wise choice.

was, I still picked up my

I owe you one for the Pinecrest

brought the glass to my lips when Timothy snatched it

away.

Xaviera?” He said, exasperated, glancing at Shirley, “Here, I’ll drink this

head back and downed it. He shook the empty glass and

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