Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Abbey flashed a bright smile as she walked up and linked arms with Irving. "What a coincidence, bro! Running into you guys here."

Madge returned the greeting with a smile, "Hey, Abbey."

"What brings you and Roseanne to the property office? Don't tell me you're house hunting?"

"No, we actually bought a place yesterday."

"Oh, I see..." Abbey gave her a once-over, the smile on her lips growing wider. "We're here to check out the properties, especially this Lakeside Gem. It's all the rage online! I heard it's tough to get a unit on the higher floors. People are lining up, trying to sweeten the deal with the sales team, but no luck!"

"Thankfully, our cousin Lauretta knows a real estate agent here, and she managed to snag us a spot."

"Just placed the order and signed the contract."

As Abbey spoke, her eyebrows seemed to reach for the sky.

Her grin was practically uncontainable, especially upon seeing Madge's shocked expression. The thrill and pride she felt were at their peak.

Bet you didn't see that coming, huh?

much? Too bad you

really caught her off guard was the fact

they just move into a new place three years ago? Why move

bit too small. Didn't quite fit our needs, you

do with your current place? Sell

was about to respond when Abbey cut in, her lips curling into a sly smile. "We're not planning to sell or rent. We're not exactly strapped for cash, so why bother? Just going

Weeks family was well-off, and Abbey's parents doted on her. She had the confidence to back

you haven't seen the

head. "No,

the villas. They didn't even get a chance to look at the high-rise units before

tell you,

renowned international na designer for this... And the green spaces! You should see them Lush lawns everywhere, all the tracks are done up in

recounted with pride: "I'm not exaggerating when I say, living here

couldn't help but smirk. "Isn't that a bit

be? You saw it yourself, right? I'm not making

was inappropriate to flaunt