Chapter 328

She ignored the way Sylvie's face fell.

With a brisk turn, Esmeralda climbed into her car. Just looking at her foolish brother made her blood boil; she slammed the gas, letting a cloud of exhaust billow behind her as she sped off down the street.

Yet, the incident left an unspoken sting in everyone's mind-a barb that lingered long after.

Sylvie kept her gaze lowered, lost in thought.

She figured it must have been the buzz of her family's art exhibition that set Elodie

off. Maybe the spectacle got under her skin, prompting that brazen, boastful speech.

All posturing, really.

Did Elodie really think getting into this field was as easy as picking apples at the market? Anyone could just waltz in and claim a spot?

a low whistle, glancing over at Sylvie. "Feels

cool. "Ambition's fine, but making grand promises in front of a crowd without considering what happens

didn't take it seriously. In truth, she looked

shot Maurice a thoughtful look.

eyes flicking to Jarrod, who stood off

whole spectacle. He hadn't even glanced in Elodie's direction as

Elodie used

today. How was she

decided to change the subject. "You said you invited Mr. Whitaker and

he had a last-minute business trip, but

As for Watts...

Probably too busy, she figured. Surely he wasn't just ignoring her

the story as

steering wheel and snorted. "Looks like Sylvie's family really believes she's a shoo-in for the program-otherwise her mother wouldn't

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