Chapter 187

The dinner party had just drawn to a close when Leanne stepped out into the cool night air with Joy and the others.

Jake had his car parked right at the entrance, and as if on cue, Jeremy’s ride pulled up

behind him.

Selina and Joy were whispering and giggling as they climbed into the car. Jeremy stood by his vehicle while Curtis lazily opened his door.

Both men’s gazes landed on Leanne as she hesitated, her foot poised mid-step.

Curtis’ fingers rested on the car door as he casually tossed a question her way, “Aren’t your going to ask for your idol’s contact?”

Leanne felt like her pulse was in his grip. Reluctantly, she played along.

Turning to Jeremy, she said, “Would you mind giving Joy a lift?”

Jeremy watched her walk towards Curtis, his expression unreadable. “Sure,” he replied softly.

Once inside the car, Leanne pulled out her phone, determined not to be blackmailed any longer. “Add it now,” she demanded.

glanced at her with those clear, penetrating eyes, and tossed his phone from his

password. Sharing such personal information was something. only trusting partners did, especially to access something as private

didn’t want to give him any more power

she asked, “What’s your

simply, “Your birthday.”

the wallpaper revealed a stunning from Echo Summit, with them

was intentional, Leanne realized. He wanted her to see it.

for a long moment before tapping the icon. She’d expected to search through a list, but there she was, her own

top.

nickname read,

They reminded her of the tough times, the heart-wrenching moments of sorrow.

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Larissa’s contact, added the friend, and handed the phone back to Curtis, her gaze shifting to the window.

Nevertheless, that name would remind her, keep her

from his lap, “You

thrilled,” she replied, her voice

muted, I can’t see it clearly.” Leanne retorted, “Can’t I be someone whose emotions don’t show on their

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