Spoiled by the Silver Fox

Sebastian's fists were tightly clenched as he furrowed his brows, "Who spilled the beans to you?"

"Don't get your knickers in a twist," Stephanie replied, "I'm not looking down on you or anything... it just makes me feel sorry for you..." "Stephanie!" Sebastian spat out her name through gritted teeth.

Stephanie looked confused, "Did I say something wrong?"

Seeing her like this made Sebastian's heart ache.

He took a deep breath, "From now on, don't believe anyone unless the words come straight from me."

"Is it all a bunch of baloney?" Stephanie questioned.

"Who told you all this?" Sebastian asked.

"Jeffrey Perez."

A mocking glint passed through Sebastian's eyes, "He sure knows a lot."

"So, is it true or not?" Stephanie pressed.

or my aunt and uncle's wedding..." "Jeffrey lied to me! I've

"Why were you

you," Stephanie explained. Sebastian chuckled, "There are plenty of pitiful people in this world... I don't see myself

sorry for you,

Jeffrey's words to heart. I'm

happen on the same day, they did happen, didn't they?"

too much isn't always a good thing... Don't overthink, those are things of the past." "Since I'm here, I'll keep

Sebastian nodded, "Mm."

off! Still hoping to see Ashley Morris?

spent nearly an hour at the cemetery before finally departing. During their time there, Stephanie took the lead in conversation, providing company to Sebastian's father. As

recollections

childhood were evoked, Pret

individuals and the memory of his deceased father felt oddly

their way back, Sebastian's phone began to ring. He glanced at the caller ID, seeing that it was Jeffrey calling. Without any interest in engaging,

getting the better of her, Stephanie observed his actions and inquired, "Who was

hasn't given up! You can't tell him