I was suddenly put under the limelight after Crystal approached me. I knew she directed their attention toward me on purpose. I had no money and no one who would stand up for me. All I had was that pathetic-looking box in my hand that made me look out of place.
“I didn’t know you brought something for my dad too, Eve. Come on, give it to him. He’ll be happy to see it.” Christopher stood beside Gordon, giving me an innocent smile. Monica whispered in his ears and a smile broke out on his face, lodging a bard in my heart.
your friend?” Gordon asked
met a few
heart after all the nights we spent together, but just
drew to Mr. Lane, so it’s your turn now. You’ve been carrying this box since the beginning of the party. I’m sure it’s
but I could see the
my jaw and went toward Gordon. “Hi, Mr. Lane. I have no idea what you’d like for your birthday, so I got you some cookies. I heard Avenport is known for this local delicacy, so I got you some. I hope
out of myself. My reputation was marred, to begin with. If humiliating me was what Christopher wanted all this while, then
Gordon took the
question elicited a boisterous laugh from one of the guests, who quickly quietened down when he realized his
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