Mystery Bride's Revenge (Selina)

Chapter 95

Chapter 95

"I would never lay a finger on a woman, no matter what, Manuel declared firmly, his voice carrying a mix of resolve and elegance that seemed intrinsic to his character. "Selina, that's just the line a man should never cross."

With that, Manuel turned on his heel and strode away. Left in hi wake, Renee had no choice but to hurry after him, her footsteps echoing his departure.

Their exit was greeted by a chorus of disdainful sneers and jeers amplifying the already sour atmosphere.

Lydia rolled her eyes so far back it was as if she was trying to inspect her brain. "First time seeing a guy who's such a coward yet loves to play Mr. Nice Guy, she scoffed, the words dripping with sarcasm. "It's the biggest eye-opener, I swear. Lucky for you, Selina, that you saw through these losers in time and cut them off. Imagine the bad influence they might've had on

you

"Yeah, lucky, indeed..." Selina murmured, her eyes narrowing thoughtfully. It was a realization that dawned on her a tad late, but Selina was grateful nonetheless-because she had the chance to start over.

Once Manuel and Renee were well away from the Starlight Club, Renee looked over at Manuel with concern etched on her face. "Manuel, you need to change your clothes..."

He averted his face, a frosty barrier coming down between them. "You go on ahead, Renee. I don't need you worrying a

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Club tonight. I just thought... we haven't seen each other in salong, and with Jennifer's gig happening there,

I don't have feelings for you. We agreed to give it a try,

her. Her lips quivered uncontrollably. "Manuel, did... did I do something wrong? I can change! I swear I can! I

against the sight of her tearful gaze. With that, Manuel walked away without a backward

guys even came up to try and strike up a conversation with Selina and Lydia after they recognized them as the lead guitarist and drummer from

intrigued. "Taken," was all

who appeared to present an award and seemed to have a special rapport with

face the picture of gossip as she sidled up to Selina, "Hey Selina, is your boyfriend that hottie who showed up at the festival to present you the award? Spill

"When the time comes, you'll all be in the know. For now, let me keep you

signature drink, the Stardust served at the Starlight Club, the blue glowing liquid swirling between sweetness and the kick of alcohol. That's a

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you're so bad,

to the lower alcohol content of fruit wines this time around. Elaine, on the other hand, was taking down the Stardust one after another, thoroughly enjoying herself. Lydia leaned close to Selina and whispered, "Selina, you and Trevon aren't, by any chance, turning the fake into

would be worthy, right?" "Oh! Knew it! Feelings are brewing," Lydia sighed, not surprised. She'd always had a hunch about Selina and Trevon, who was a big

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