Paul Wagner…When Stephanie thought of that man, she frowned on instinct. "I think…that I don't like him anymore."Stephanie was not too sure before. Back then, although she wanted to escape him, she believed he had feelings for her. However, after arriving in Bardoff City and experiencing so many other things, she quickly saw all the red flags in her relationship with Paul.That insane love was wrong from the start."You don't like him anymore?" Jenny was surprised. She didn't think that Stephanie could be so straightforward."Yeah. I don't like him anymore," Stephanie said firmly.Jenny suddenly found it interesting. She rested her jaw on her hand and asked, "Why are you suddenly so sure?""It's actually not sudden at all." Stephanie smiled dryly. "I saw him walking with a girl outside the other day. If I still liked him, I would have felt upset, but I didn't. In fact, I hope he'll be happy with her."Stephanie sincerely wished for Paul's happiness, just not with her.It was
Once they were in the shopping mall, Stephanie began clearing the racks.Although the Walkers were not as wealthy as the Walters, they were still not short of money. Hence, Stephanie could buy anything she wanted without a second thought.After buying herself a few outfits, she bought some clothes for her parents. Then, she looked at Jenny. "Is there anything that you like? I'll buy it for you.""Really?" Jenny smiled. She swept her gaze around the shop but didn't see anything she liked."Really. Who are we? I'd give you my whole person if I could." Stephanie raised her eyebrows flirtatiously at Jenny, who suddenly didn't know where to look.She pushed her away. "I wouldn't want you.""Oh, of course. You already have someone in mind, I know." Stephanie teased her. "The new year is already coming, and you and Alec haven't progressed at all. I'm anxious for you.""Why are you anxious? It has nothing to do with you." Jenny was speechless as she and Stephanie walked into another bou
"Don't you know what first come, first served means? Or is this how the Yews brought you up?" Jenny looked at her coldly, rage steaming off her skin. Melanie had to reconsider her thoughts.She knew about the Yews. Was she also one of the Ten Elites?Although Melanie was arrogant, she was not domineering. She knew what her family's position was.After a few moments, she softened her tone. "Sorry. I didn't notice. Your friend can have it if she likes it."Jenny was surprised. She thought that she would continue being arrogant. She didn't expect her to cave so easily.Jenny looked at Stephanie. "Do you still like it?""No." Stephanie shook her head. Melanie had already tried it on. Even if she hadn't, Stephanie didn't like wearing the same style as someone else. Jenny was not surprised to hear that. She knew what Stephanie was like. "Alright then. We'll let her have it."She looked at Melanie and said, "My friend doesn't like it anymore. You can do whatever you like."Melanie w
The atmosphere instantly grew solemn. Melanie smiled suddenly and pointed outside. "Let's have a chat. I'll treat you all to some smoothies."Jenny looked at Stephanie, who was equally dumbfounded. However, she did not feel opposed to it. "Alright."Melanie paid for the dress she had tried on, and they walked into the smoothies shop downstairs.Jenny couldn't remember the last time she had a smoothie. Most of the time, she had coffee instead because she felt smoothies were too sweet for her liking.They ordered some smoothies. It was then that Melanie picked up where they left off. "Although I know he still likes you, I don't mind. I think it just means that he has depth. Someone like that is worthy of my affection."Her eyes shone when she spoke of Paul. Stephanie felt her chest bloom when she looked at her. She remembered how proud she was to be with Paul before. Then when Paul was unwilling to disclose their relationship and even said he wouldn't marry her, their relationship c
Jenny rolled her eyes and said, "Does that mean we have to forgive him? Does he think that the world revolves around him?"If Alec were to do what Paul did, refuse to make their relationship public, refuse to marry her, and then trap her in his house, Jenny would not forgive him either.Some things were just a matter of principles."Of course, not everyone has to forgive him. Like Stephanie. Don't you forgive him?" Melanie said. She continued, "But he has to be given another chance. Stephanie might not be willing to give him a chance, but I do. I believe that he won't make the same mistake again."Jenny admired her willingness to be a lab rat. "Alright, as you wish."She couldn't stop anyone from liking Paul. Despite his shortcomings, Paul was handsome and came from wealth. Lots of girls would like him."Can we exchange phone numbers? We'll be able to hang out in the future." Melanie took her phone out embarrassedly, blushing a little. She wouldn't have been so arrogant if she ha
Mhm. Have you had dinner?" Jenny went to sit across from Evan.Evan nodded. "Don't worry about me. I have a personal chef, remember?"Though having asked Jenny to move in with him, Evan still didn't want to control her too much. He didn't want to upset her, after all."Here. Got you a present for New Year's." Jenny handed him a present.Evan took it, surprised. "Isn't New Year's in two days? Why're you giving me this now?"Jenny shrugged. "It's all the same to me."Evan smiled. "Thank you.""Open it. See if you like what I got you." Jenny beamed at him, hoping Evan's moods might lift with the present she got for him."I'll love anything you give me." Evan opened the present up. Upon seeing it was a tie, he smiled. "Stylish. Thank you.""I'm glad you like it. I wasn't sure what you liked; I just felt like this suited you."Evan wanted to ask if anyone else had gotten such a gift, but he swallowed his words at the last second.Afterward, Jenny got up. "I'll wheel you back into
"What about you? Any New Year's plans?" Alec asked. He wanted to ask her if she'd like to spend it with him but wasn't sure if she'd accept the offer. After some thinking, Jenny said, "I'm not sure. Probably like usual—spending it with Zack and Gilbert."Evan would likely join them as well, though Jenny didn't mention it to Alec for fear of his displeasure.Frankly, Alec had guessed as much too."Sounds good. Why don't we light some fireworks together during the night? We can have lunch together." The people of Bardoff City customarily had their New Year's meal as lunch instead, so they'd still be able to hang out for the remainder of the day."Alright."Alec grinned. "Get some rest then.""You too." Jenny didn't ask further about Alec's personal business. She trusted him enough to make the right decisions.Just as she was about to end the call, Alec suddenly asked, "Aren't you going to ask about Blake and me?"Jenny frowned, then suddenly recalled the news she'd seen earlier
"My guess is the old man will come knocking on my door soon enough." Of course, unless Zeke wanted to watch his family collapse into a heap of rubble.From across the windows, Jenny gave him a thumbs up. "Amazing work, Alec.""So what if I am? I'll always lose when it comes to you." He really never stood a chance against Jenny.Jenny rolled her eyes. "Alright. Time to sleep. Goodnight.""Goodnight." After bidding their farewells and hanging up, Jenny closed her curtains, making Alec finally leave the window.Just when he was about to draw his curtains, he spotted Evan across the building looking out the window right at him. He had most likely seen Alec calling Jenny over the phone just now.Alec grinned and waved at the man before drawing his curtains.Evan's expression fell. Alec was clearly flaunting at him. Still, there was nothing he could do. Bardoff City was Alec's playing field. It would be extremely difficult to get rid of the man, plus Jenny would never forgive him if