The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 811

In the days that followed, Sebastian started "running into❞ her even more often. To call them coincidences would be a stretch; it was clear he'd planned every meeting well in advance.

Citrine wasn't stupid. She saw right through it from the start.

Since there was no use trying to dodge him, she simply gave in and let things happen as they would.

That afternoon, Sebastian arrived right on time, just as he had every other day. The moment Citrine stepped out of the school gates, she saw his familiar car parked by the curb. Sebastian leaned casually against the hood, his eyes lighting up the second he spotted her. He waved, grinning with such warmth it was impossible not to notice.

She had to admit, he did have a certain charm when he smiled-gentle, inviting, the sort of guy who made you feel like the world was a little softer. Citrine had always liked men with that kind of easy warmth. She found herself staring, momentarily lost in thought, before snapping out of it and making her way over.

Sebastian's smile grew even wider as she approached. He looked her square in the eye. "There's a new movie out. Want to go see it together?"

His gaze was bright, full of hope.

"Sure," Citrine replied in the end, unable to bring herself to say no.

Sebastian's face lit up with delight. He quickly moved to open the passenger door for her.

She gave him a quick glance and slid into the seat without another word.

They headed downtown to the main shopping center. Sebastian picked up the tickets he'd reserved, then bought popcorn and drinks before they made their way into the theater.

The movie was a big release, and the place was packed. By the time they found their seats, the lights were already dimming and the opening credits were rolling.

Meanwhile, in the very back row, Theo Glenwood and Quentin Aldridge spotted Citrine as she sat down. They both spoke up at once.

"Citrine."

"Citrine."

sitting between them. She shot Citrine a withering glare filled with jealousy and resentment. What made her so

storming down to confront Citrine and leave her behind. It had taken forever to get Theo and Quentin to come out with her today; there was no way she'd let Citrine

a silent plea in her

mind was in chaos. Watching Sebastian, she remembered how he'd appeared at the auction as the chairman of Stellaris Group. Was it true?

grown up with Theo and Quentin; they exchanged a look but

more.

of them had any interest in the

stand the sight of the man sitting next

Sebastian, oblivious to all

finally couldn't hold back. He pushed through the crowd

both Citrine and Sebastian stop in their tracks.

going on between you two?" Theo

hadn't expected to run into him here. She

tone was cold. "And

Theo's eyes darkened.

when he'd learned Sebastian was the chairman of Stellaris Group, he'd been unable to make sense of it. If Sebastian really was the chairman, why had he always let Theo and Quentin walk all over him in the past? But if he wasn't, then how had he'shown

clear: he wasn't

care who you are. Citrine is mine. Stay

frowned slightly, but didn't bother to dwell on the question

clear, Theo. I'm not going anywhere. And Citrine

something like this happened, Citrine would always take his side. Now, almost by reflex, he turned to look at

their eyes met, all he saw was coldness—a detached indifference, as if

lips together,

over and yanked Theo back, regarding him with a