In a Love Nest with the Aloof CEO

Skylar ran away as if she had just seen a ghost.

After making sure that she was hidden from Tobias’ sight, she breathed a sigh of relief.

At the door to the private room, an inhospitable female voice sounded from behind her. “What’s up with the shades? You’re just an extra. Do you really think you’re some kind of a big shot?”

Skylar turned around when she heard the voice and saw her half-sister, Avery Jones.

Avery’s lips twitched slightly. “Long time no see, Skylar. Why are you dressed so shabbily?”

“I’d rather we never see each other again.” Skylar broke into a lazy smile.

Avery raised her brows haughtily. “I’m afraid that will be a problem. You see, Jeremy invited me over for dinner, so there will be many more chances for us to meet in the future.”

Skylar’s face instantly darkened. Since when did Jeremy and Avery know each other?

Why didn’t I know about this?

Pauline and Jeremy came over together just then, the former’s face instantly lighting up with a broad smile upon seeing Avery.

I’ve never seen Mrs. Lane beamed so brightly before. Indeed, Skylar was right; she was never lucky enough to be at the receiving end of this smile.

Within a split second, Avery’s initially sardonic smile softened into a cajoling one, and her voice turned especially honey-laced. “Jeremy, I was talking to my sister. She doesn’t seem too happy that I’m here. Should I go back? I wouldn’t want to impose.”

Jeremy’s gaze on Avery was impossibly gentle; he was basically putty in her hands. “Of course you’re not imposing. Today’s celebration is also to introduce you to the family. They’re definitely gonna like you.”

At the same time, Skylar’s face paled, and she angrily confronted him. “Jeremy, do you know what you’re doing? Since when were you this close to her, and why didn’t I know anything about it?”

Jeremy was well aware that she had a taboo against the Joneses, and could not stand the mere mention of them.

Thus, he explained with indifference, “Your sister is my sister. Is there a problem? All my relatives are here today, so don’t kick up a fuss with me, Skylar.”

“You-! Jeremy Lane!!”

He then gave Skylar a look of impatience and threatened. “Let’s eat first. My body isn’t all recovered yet. If I fall ill again because of you, you’ll have to bear the consequences.”

the door to the private

mocking smile

toward Skylar and whispered into her ear, “Sorry for stealing your belongings again. Honestly, Skylar, what a pathetic life you have, always having to live in my shadow. I’m not

trembled as she glared

and she could no longer

this. Did you see how your boyfriend was fawning over me? Tsk-tsk. Even I feel embarrassed for you.” Avery pursed her lips

Red with fury, Skylar was so furious words failed

room, the Lanes naturally flocked over

Avery was the apple of the

be gentle and meek as she greeted the Lanes

the door, without anyone inviting her to

you have a seat?” Avery beckoned Skylar over and pointed at the vacant

bumpkin who has hardly seen the world. This is her first time eating in such a high-class hotel, so I bet she’s

saw the distasteful look on Jeremy’s face, still unable to believe that all

brink of having an emotional meltdown, not wanting to make

she walked through the door and sat beside

is such a beautiful girl.” Pauline liked Avery the more

of the

a jinx. No wonder my son

Lanes’ relatives were also very hospitable toward Avery, ceaselessly showering her

had completely forgotten about Skylar’s

staring at Avery’s bracelet with envy. “Avery, your bracelet is so pretty. It probably cost a

off her bracelet and generously

sister was absolutely delighted, but did not forget to pass a contemptuous remark. “Skylar, that hair tie on your wrist

said with a small smile, “And where

she said that, the entire

turned several

instantly as she countered, “What? Do you feel victimized? With your background, do you think anyone else

but

especially after Pauline’s comment, Skylar felt a stab