Love’s Cunning Ruse

Chapter 260

Feliz Gastro House.

Dr. Brice held a bouquet of fiery red roses in his hand, a color that complemented Adeline’s distinctive aura, making her particularly eye-catching and beautiful.

Even though this wasn’t a traditional date, Dr. Brice still felt some nerves. The cause of his anxiety was, “I’ve heard stories about Adeline. If Elliot didn’t show up today…”

“He should be here! After all, Dylan casually mentioned it to Elliot.”

As the two of them were engaged in a lively conversation, Adeline appeared at the entrance, garbed in a snow-white dress that accentuated her slender waist. She wore a pair of red strappy heels that matched her earrings, and over her dress was an orange coat. In her hand, she held a white handbag.

Her hair cascaded down to her waist, a flowing wave of lazy curls, deep chestnut in color, contrasting beautifully with her skin, making it seem even more delicate. When she appeared at the entrance, it was as though she was bathed in a halo of light, immediately drawing the attention of most people in the restaurant.

She wore a pair of sunglasses, hiding most of her delicate face. Upon spotting Julie, she immediately headed over with a smile.

Adeline walked up to Julie, removed her.

er sunglasses, and winked at Julie, “Juliebelle, where is Mr. Hernandez?”

Julie pointed at Kieran, who was taking a call by the window.

Adeline turned her gaze to Dr. Brice, casually accepting the roses from his hand, and threw Dr. Brice a kiss, “Dr. Brice?”

Dr. Brice nodded, extending his hand politely, “Ms. Sanches, it’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Adeline gave a small smile, “Same to me.””

After that, Adeline turned to Julie and said, “Juliebelle, you can leave now. I will take good care of Dr. Brice.”

now. I wil

Julie gave Dr. Brice a look, and Dr. Brice returned it with a smile, watching Julie leave. Adeline looked towards the window, where Kieran and Julie were standing together.

Adeline sat opposite Elliot and asked him boldly, “Dr. Brice, have you ever been in love?”.

It was an unexpected question, but it wouldn’t be Adeline if she didn’t surprise him.

added, “I actually have someone I love, but he doesn’t love me back. I think it’s

doesn’t love me back. I think I should let you know too,” Dr. Briee replied

smile, “What a

that you still hold hope for the person you like, while I have no expectations. I simply admire and appreciate her.”

of the blue, Adeline waved

ear, “Is the lady in

lady has a large diamond ring on her left ring finger, and she’s currently watching us.

the diamond

Brice’s brow furrowed-slightly. He

but she seems to disapprove of me. I’ll pretend I didn’t see her, and your phone

and gave Dr. Brice

at the screen- it was indeed his

“Hello, Mom?”

trip back from Veridia to see you, and you tell me you’re meeting

you already know who I’m seeing?” Dr.

hid behind a menu, prompting Adeline to chuckle and whisper to Elliot,

do you mean?” came Nance’s

knew since you’re always concerned about me. I’m kind of busy right now. I’ll call you back

the menu down and saw Adeline leaning close to Dr. Brice, engaged in a quiet conversation.

was the notorious Adeline Sanches. In high society, everyone knew of Adeline’s reputation- beautiful but lazy, a parasite without a job or impressive education, expelled from university. No one would want such a woman as a wife, and she would only serve as decoration. Beautiful women always draw attention. For the cultured

and highly commended by her superiors. Although not as attractive as Adeline, she had a deep fondness for Dr. Brice

in towards Dr. Brice to whisper, “Does

hesitated before replying, “What?”

she meant and quickly added, “My mother would never resort to physical violence.”

good, because

around but instead looked over

Dr. Brice,

“Yes.”

as gentlemanly as you, but… Adeline didn’t finish her sentence when she noticed

saw Elliot just pulling out the chair

with a cordial handshake, smiling at Elliot, “I didn’t expect Adeline to tell you about our date so

released Dr. Brice’s hand, turned to Adeline with a half-smile, “Dr. Brice is truly a gentleman. He suits you.”