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,

being observed. She could

relationship hadn’t reached the point where she must report to him at any time or follow his every wish, and Eileen didn’t

one by one. Yvette had only made a brief appearance,

her feet into her shoes as it grew late, Eileen prepared

the hall had mostly dispersed, and Jacqueline

grudge about what happened last time. But if

overpowering and somewhat discomforting. However, this perfume happened to be the birthday gift that Gavin had.

long as you’re pleased, Ms. Friedman,” he replied. Noticing Vera covering her mouth and yawning out of the corner of his

Vera

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

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

slightly.

holding onto Eric’s hand, left the banquet hall

of her skirt, bringing a quick chill. She wrapped herself tighter in the coat Eric had given her. “Eric… why do I get the feeling that she

eager not to miss any trace of emotion

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with joy and

even fathom his true thoughts.

“Don’t overthink it; get in the car.” He opened the

had just emerged from the main entrance. She really came!

with difficulty, supported

circled 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,

head back, ma’am. My

be careful on your way back.”

Eileen

the cold wind, she

eye, a figure appeared in front of her,

an overcoat.

with surprised eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly. After

I couldn’t resist coming back to check on her, and to my surprise, I found her shivering in the cold by the

saw

time, Eileen hadn’t seen him.

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