Chapter 97 What It Means To Like Someone

Eileen used to be ruthless and willful, often leading the bullying of others. However, with the arrival of Elm, she gradually found herself isolated and oppressed, becoming the one

subjected to bullying.

Eileen acknowledged her wrongdoing. She couldn’t justify her past actions, nor could she find the words to explain.

Overall, this banquet was far from enjoyable.

Even if her connection with Yvette was only superficial, whether she leveraged her relationship to get close to Eric or played matchmaker for Yvette and Eric, using her departure from Eric and the Swan family to her advantage-none of it mattered.

Eileen still wanted to maintain this relationship.

As the sky darkened and the temperature dropped, her shawl was no longer sufficient to ward off the chill. Eileen had the Friedman family’s housekeeper fetch another bottle of safflower oil, which she used to massage her ankles. It took over half an hour for the swelling to finally subside.

At that moment, someone approached. “Miss, is this your phone?”

“Yes, it is. Could you please put it on the table for me? It’s rather inconvenient for me right

now.

The housekeeper noted, “Your phone has been ringing non-stop.”

“Got it.” Eileen’s dress lacked pockets, making it inconvenient to carry a phone. Typically, phones would be stored in the deposit box at the entrance when they arrived.

Eileen was curious about who would call her at this hour.

Wiping her hands, she picked up her phone just as the call came through again. She chose not to answer, allowing it to disconnect automatically.

More messages followed.

Why haven’t you gone back yet?

Is your foot feeling any better?

Do you

need me to send Fabian to pick you up?

Eileen… return the message.

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messages,

might feel touched by the sender’s concern, for her, it felt as if she were constantly being observed. She could even imagine the tone and expression Jasper would have when saying

reached the point where she must report to him at any time or follow his every

had already left one by one. Yvette had only made

shoes as it grew

it approached eleven o’clock, the crowd in the hall had mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline was seeing off guests at the

happened last time. But if you’re free,

year, its scent overpowering and somewhat discomforting. However, this perfume happened to be the birthday gift that Gavin had. chosen for Yvette-a limited edition for the year,

you’re pleased, Ms. Friedman,”

fine, Vera

whenever you have the time, feel free to join me for a meal. It’s getting late… I should

uttering a word. “All right then! I’ll come find you after school tomorrow. Remember, you promised to

nodded slightly. “Of

left the banquet

in the coat Eric had given

miss any trace of emotion

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his feelings too well, with joy and

even fathom his true thoughts.

in

who had just emerged from the main entrance. She

took each step with difficulty, supported by a

around to the front of the car, settled into the driver’s seat, and awaited the start of the car. Seizing the opportunity, Vera pressed the window button,

housekeeper, saying, “You can head back, ma’am. My driver’s just

be careful on your way back.”

right. Thank you,” Eileen

cold wind, she

appeared in front

an overcoat.

Eileen looked up at the figure with surprised eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly. After a brief pause, she stammered, “W-What are

resist coming back to check on her, and to my surprise, I found her shivering in the cold by the roadside.”

saw everything.

at that time, Eileen hadn’t seen him.

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