The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 380

"That's right, Crestwood University." Citrine repeated herself, still puzzled by the shock written all over Sylvia's face.

Sylvia let out an excited squeal. "Oh my gosh, Mom, I finally did something right- I made friends with one of Crestwood's star students!"

She'd always been an average student herself, and most of her friends had been just like her-spoiled kids who coasted along on their family's money. Deep down, though, she genuinely admired people who actually excelled at academics.

As they were leaving, Sylvia called out, "You wait, sis! Your big sister is coming to find you soon!"

Only after Sylvia left did Citrine realize how odd that sounded, but she didn't dwell on it.

After leaving the music festival, Citrine and Sebastian didn't head straight home. The city lights were gorgeous, so they wandered for a while, taking in the night air together.

That's when Citrine suddenly noticed a restaurant. She'd eaten there once before -the kind of place where a meal could set you back thousands. In a word: expensive.

A thought struck her, and she abruptly stopped. Turning to Sebastian, she said, "I'm hungry."

sign a man is into you is his willingness to

at her. "What

on her best innocent

was the one she'd just spotted-the ridiculously

meet. Any normal person in his position

him closely, curious to see what he'd

upscale restaurant, his eyes lit up. He didn't hesitate. "There's a place right

uncertainty. "But... it's

watched him carefully, not letting a single flicker of his

face remained

Citrine heard him say, "This place is perfect. Don't worry I've got

guilty, Sebastian offered her

protest. She followed Sebastian

even look at his-he just handed it straight to

prices were outrageous—a single salad cost nearly two hundred dollars. Citrine ordered a salad for herself, a steak for Sebastian, two drinks, and a couple of appetizers. The total came to well