Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 1805

The coastal wind was fierce that day. Sophie plopped herself down by the beach, taking it all in. While Odie went off to grab some drinks, he thoughtfully brought back a bottle of soda for Sophie. The sea breeze played with her hair, and Odie couldn't help but admire her-perfect from every angle. No wonder Colby was smitten at first sight. It was definitely her charm.

With that in mind, Odie took a swig of his beer. Sophie, clutching her orange soda, cast a curious glance at the beer in his hand.

"Want to give it a try?" Odie teased, waving the beer around playfully. As Sophie reached out, he pulled it back with a smirk. "Ladies should stick to lighter stuff."

Sophie could only sigh, "I've never had alcohol."

"Gordon won't let you?"

"Yeah!"

"Sounds a bit overprotective."

"He's just looking out for me," Sophie explained. "My family spoils me, treats me like a kid. But I'm in college now; I can handle myself. I want to try adult things."

things, huh? Didn't peg you for a rebel,"

to travel alone, try a beer, maybe hit up a dance club

replied, a bit surprised.

looked away, trying to play it cool. "That's nothing. If you want, I

aren't those places

standing up. "The grown-up world isn't all

Sophie

Odie sighed, "Let go."

"No way!"

isn't gonna cut it with

she insisted. "If you leave,

resigned. "Alright, get up. I'll take you

jumped

at her sandy feet, then at the sneakers in her hand, before bending down. "Hop