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?

you don't have it."

caught her off guard was the fact that Irving and Abbey were

just move into a new place three

the last one was a bit too small. Didn't quite fit our needs, you know? And the

nodded, "So, what are you planning to do with your current place? Sell it, or maybe rent

lips curling into a sly smile. "We're not planning to sell or rent. We're not exactly strapped for cash, so

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

haven't seen the high-rise units

her head. "No, I

didn't even get a chance to look

tell you, the interiors

The kitchen hoods, water heaters, all brand name. And the layout, so thoughtful. They even brought in a renowned international na designer for this... And the green

"I'm not exaggerating when I say, living here

but smirk.

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

feeling it was inappropriate to flaunt this