The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 46

"What's up? You've got a crush on her, too?"

Faced with Kieran's question, Silas quickly distanced himself, saying, "Me? No way, man. Ms. Dawson's got eyes only for you. I don't stand a chance. But, you know, I heard Miss Dawson and your arch-enemy Ronan have been pretty cozy lately. Since the charity auction, they've been meeting up almost daily, secretly, too!" Kieran frowned upon hearing this. Then, he let out a cold laugh. No wonder Freya has been so bold before him. She had been cozying up to Ronan.

Just last night, she had the nerve to tell him she and Ronan were acquaintances. Did she think she could play him for a fool?

"And there's more. You know Hanley Upton, right? He's been drooling over Ms. Dawson for ages! That guy is a suck-up. I heard it's Eloise's birthday today, and he showed up and even asked me to check with you if you're done with Ms. Dawson. If so, he wants to make his move."

Silas cleared his throat and added, "I probably shouldn't get involved, but you know Hanley can be a real handful. Despite Ms. Dawson trying too hard to be Eloise, she's been genuine with you..."

"Let him chase her if he wants. It's not my concern." Kieran spoke coldly as if he couldn't care less about Freya's fate.

A sleek black Maybach pulled up outside the Eclipse Lounge, turning heads in the evening.

circle knew this car was a one-of-a-kind global limited edition, Kieran's ride. Aside from Kieran, only Eloise had the privilege of riding

out, followed by Jarrett, who escorted her to a private room at

crème of their social circle had

this is all Kieran's doing! Surprise or

and nodded, her gaze landing

"Kieran, thank you."

"Take a seat."

beside him,

heart raced as she unwrapped Kieran's gift, a delicate pink pearl bracelet. Disappointment flickered in her eyes-it

you... put it

crowd egged

Now.

of Eloise, Kieran slipped