One year, one love by Aurora Miller

Chapter 4

Chapter 4

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Doris took advantage of her day off to wander around town. She wanted to buy a few things to comfort her parents, who were still lamenting the loss of their “perfect son–in–law, Ryan

Besides, she was moving out of their home soon. She saw this as her last gesture of kindness before she left.

After grabbing a quick dinner on her own, she didn’t make it back until almost eight in the evening.

As soon as she walked through the door, Doris handed a beautifully wrapped dress to her mother, Peyton. “Try it on,” Doris urged gently.

Peyton’s eyes lit up as she unfolded the dress, her delight unmistakable. “It’s beautiful. This must’ve cost a fortune.

“Mom, as long as you like it, the price doesn’t matter.” Doris said, coaxing her mother with a warm smile.

Just then, her father, Jimmy, returned from his evening walk. The moment he spotted Doris, his expression darkened.

Peyton, oblivious to the tension, picked up a box of brand–new leather shoes from the sofa and showed them to Jimmy. Jimmy, look. Doris got me this lovely dress and it cost her more than 700 dollars. And she bought these shoes for you. They were over 1400 dollars”

Jimmy sank into the sofa, placing his water cup down with an audible thud. His gaze bore into Doris. “You bought these?”

Doris nodded. “Yes. I just got paid, and I noticed you’ve been wearing the same pair of leather shoes for years, so I thought

Before she could finish, Jimmy snatched the shoes from Peyton’s hands and flung them onto the floor. “What’s the point of all this? Do you think this is what I want? What I want is for you to marry Mr. Watson.”

“Well, you can keep dreaming” Doris bit her lip hard, her eyes glistening with unshed tears.

Without waiting for another word, she spun on her heels and retreated to her room, slamming the door behind her. Jimmy’s angry ranting was muffled by the walls, but his frustration was clear.

Peyton crouched to pick up the scattered shoes, brushing off the scuffed leather with care. “Why are you so angry? At least Doris meant well”

Jimmy’s frown deepened, his voice thick with disdain. “Are you seriously comparing a pair of shoes and a dress to Mr. Warson? Do you even remember how our son managed to buy his place! Where do you think that money came from?”

I… Peyton faltered, her face clouded with worry. “Tll try talking to Doris again. Maybe I can convince her to make up with

Mr. Watson.”

The next morning, Doris left for work earlier than usual.

worked in the Food and Beverage Department at

hotel that her ex–boyfriend, Ryan, had hosted his engagement party with Leia Martin, the heiress of a family long tied to Ryan’s own. That night had turned Doris into the butt of countless jokes

happened, Doris knew one thing for sure–losing a boyfriend was one thing, but losing her job wasn’t an option.

and stepped into the grand hotel lobby with her head held high. She thought. As long as

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glances Some whispered in hushed tones, but when she caught their

she passed with her professional, practiced smile, as though nothing in the world

with care before heading to her station. Once there, she threw herself into her work,

eleven sharp, Lola carved out a moment

weren’t just colleagues–they were best friends who shared everything Lola, though born into privilege. rarely talked about her wealthy family. Instead, she carved her own path.

partly out of passion and partly because she was

and sharp instincts, she had climbed the ladder quickly, becoming the front desk

sharp, vivid features and alluring figure were impossible to ignore Admirers flocked to her in droves, and they all seemed

feet by money. For her, attraction

morning. Now I’m starving.” Lola murmured,

now on.” Doris offered earnestly, her tone warm

concern crossed Lola’s face as she was worried Doris was still upset about the breakup.

as if to stop further probing, she added. “It

wasn’t so easily deterred. The mention of him brought the Watson family’s appalling behavior to the forefront

passed over Lola’s radiant face. “I still can’t believe Ryan turned out to be such trash. The way he courted

making you the subject of gossip. If I’d been there, I swear

laugh softly at the sight of Lola swinging her fists at imaginary targets.

out to press

cake. “I was heartbroken at first, of course. But if I think about it, I’m grateful. At least I saw his true colors before

He doesn’t deserve my tears. I’ll live my life,

applause. “Bravo. That’s the spirit. Let’s crush it in our careers and let the losers rot where they

if the universe couldn’t resist proving a point, Doris’s phone buzzed at that exact moment. The

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lips cund

to be kidding me. How does

tone was cool and detached. “Mr. Watson, we’re done. There’s no reason for you

wanting for a reply, she ended the call and

approval, giving her a prond thumbs–up.

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