Noelle could not shake the feeling that tonight's celebration dinner was not going

to be as straightforward as it seemed. Still, her teammates were thrilled, especially since L Bistro was not a place just anyone could get into.

Grace was particularly excited when Noelle returned to the dorm. She had never dined at such an exclusive spot.

Overhearing the plans, Mia pulled Noelle aside and whispered, "I did some digging. Going to L Bistro probably has something to do with the Merlocks. You should be careful."

She suspected Laura was behind this, likely up to no good.

Noelle nodded and said, "I figured as much."

Mia continued, "The Merlocks haven't been doing well these past couple of years. That's why they're desperate to marry Laura off to the Greenes. Too bad Cedric isn't interested in her. Laura's all about appearances and can't hold a candle to you."

Mia had always been overlooked in social circles due to her limp, but that had also allowed her to overhear plenty of juicy gossip over the years.

Noelle smiled. Ever since she had taken Mia to L Bistro last time, their friendship had grown much stronger.

handed her a membership card to L Bistro. "Here's my card. I don't need it since I can just walk in, but you

elite circles for years, Mia had a

card without

turn it down. Just then, Grace came out of the bathroom, dressed and

Bistro together. When they arrived at the private room, they found several people already seated and drinking, clearly not waiting

scene. The Howie stood up and greeted her, "Noelle, you're finally

Noelle's expression darkened as

room shifting uncomfortably. One of the middle-aged men raised his glass

however, placed her hand over her glass.

soda or water,

immediately

any respect? I've seen plenty of college kids like you. You're adults now it's time to learn how to socialize and handle a little alcohol. Don't you know how

smooth things over. "The Merlocks have been our partners for years. It's just a drink-no big deal. Show some

shot back, "I never asked for the Merlocks' sponsorship

dinner this was, and she thought Laura really

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