Chapter 247
Chapter 247:
Anika had always wanted the necklace. Annabel was excellent at fashion designing, computer hacking, and she could even make necklaces like a pro.
This condition of hers only emphasized that she was convinced Rupert was the man for Annabel.
“You won’t be getting the necklace from me, then!” Annabel smiled confidently. “Enough about me. Tell me about you. Where’s Jared p>
At the mention of Jared, Anika’s eyes dimmed. She stared at the wine glass in her hand and said slowly, “He’s currently volunteering in a rural school p>
Annabel was taken by surprise. “What? That’s so thoughtful of him! But is he going to give up your relationship p>
Jared Ortega was Anika’s senior in college. He was a tall, handsome, and bright student. He was quite popular back then.
The first time Anika met him was during a debate contest. They had a heated argument. Afterward, they hit it off and began dating.
However, Anika’s parents were against the relationship because Jared, who had lost his father when he was a child, was poor. Anika’s family was wealthy and scholarly, so they wanted Anika to marry someone of the same class.
This caused a huge quarrel between Anika and her family. She went abroad alone just to get away from them. One day, she bumped into some hooligans who wanted to take advantage of her.
It was at this time Annabel appeared out of the blue and rescued her. From then on, they became good friends.
Anika became the manager when Annabel set up Leo Studio, making them friends and business partners.
Work was good for Anika, but she couldn’t say the same for her relationship. She and Jared had maintained a lukewarm relationship over the years.
Annabel frowned, showing dissatisfaction. “If he loves you, he should follow you abroad and work hard just to prove your parents wrong. Why did he go to the rural area instead? It seems like he’s not even putting up a fight for your love. I don’t know what you love about him p>
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Anika sighed. “Haven’t you heard that love is blind? Once you love somebody, you only want to think about them. It’s hard to fall out of love p>
Annabel was about to say something when a surprised voice interrupted her.
“Hey, Annabel p>
She turned around and saw Marcel walking toward her.
“Look who we have here! Marcel!” Annabel smiled at him.
Marcel was a regular in this bar. He came here to hang out with a few friends. He was excited to see Annabel.
“This beautiful lady must be Anika.” Rubbing his palms together, Marcel flashed…
Anika a playboy smile. “I have heard a lot about you p>
Annabel did the introduction. “Anika, meet Marcel. He’s a popular actor p>
“I know him. I have seen him on TV a few times.” Anika shook his extended hand. “It’s a pleasure to meet you p>
Marcel sat down without being invited. Then he pointed to the dance floor and suggested, “Ladies, how about we hit the dance floor? I came with some friends p>
“No, I’ll pass. You two can go ahead.” Annabel rubbed her temples, feeling more tired than she was before.