Echoes of Unrequited Love
Chapter 144
Chapter 144
The awkward drinking session got a bit lighter when Timothy rolled
-
in.
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
intervene when Timothy said, “It’s just a joke.
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on purpose. Mr. Zade, Look, I make one little comment about Ms. March, and Mr.
tone seemed to be flirting with
silent, glanced at me and said flatly, “We owe President Stapleton for her hospitality at Pinecrest Hollow. Ms. March, you should show your gratitude.”
toast Shirley, probably because Timothy had just
toast the boss. But coming from Hogan, it turned into more of an order. Plus,
swelling had gone down a bit after a good night’s sleep,
wise choice.
was, I still picked
Stapleton, I owe you one for the Pinecrest Hollow
hadn’t even brought the glass to my lips when
away.
listen, Xaviera?” He said, exasperated, glancing at Shirley, “Here, I’ll drink this one for her.”
said this than he tipped his head back and downed it. He shook the empty glass and said coolly, “How’s that
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