Chapter 305
Sarah didn’t rush inside. Instead, she lingered by the front desk, chatting with the young receptionist. Her smile was bright, her eyes crinkling in a way that made her seem so warm and approachable. Even the receptionist, who was usually all about business, seemed more relaxed and talkative around her.
But as soon as she spotted Camilla, the receptionist straightened up and pulled back her smile. She greeted Camilla respectfully. “Camilla, you’re here. This lady says she’s waiting for you p>
Sarah practically bounced over, excitement clear on her face. “Camilla, you made it p>
“I already told you. I don’t blame you for what happened. There was really no need to come all this way,” Camilla replied.
Sarah’s smile wavered, replaced by a hint of guilt. “Even if you say that, I still think an apology feels more sincere in person. This perfume… I made it myself. I hope you don’t mind p>
She followed Camilla upstairs, carefully passing her a small, beautifully wrapped pouch.
Camilla shook her head, her tone gentle but firm. “I really don’t blame you, Sarah. And honestly, there’s no need to go to so much trouble. You don’t have to bring me gifts p>
But Sarah just wouldn’t let it go. “No way. I was the one in the wrong, so of course I should bring a gift. Please don’t be so formal with me, Camilla. Treat it as a favor, like testing out my perfume for me, alright p>
With no real way to refuse, Camilla accepted the little bag.
They sat together in a meeting room. Once they were settled, Sarah leaned in. “Actually, I came to ask for your advice on something else too p>
“Sure, what’s up p>
Sarah took a breath and looked a bit embarrassed. “Remember at that dinner, I mentioned I had someone I liked? Honestly, the real reason I came back to the country so soon was to try my luck with him. But I have no idea what kind of gift to get. Camilla, would you maybe come shopping with me and help me choose something p>
Camilla hesitated. “To be honest, I’m not an expert with this kind of stuff. I don’t know if I’d be any help. Didn’t you say you’re close with Shirley? I bet she knows you well, maybe she could help you out p>
Sarah shook her head. “Shirley’s never dated before, she’s even more clueless than I am. But my crush is so similar to Lance. You know, that tough, rebellious type. Since you spend so much time with Lance, I thought you’d have good advice p>
She brought up the comparison again, making Camilla feel a little uncomfortable, though she couldn’t quite figure out why. Before she could say anything, Sarah was already pulling out her phone, showing her a photo.
It was a shot of a guy sitting on a motorcycle, backlit by the sun so his face was hidden, but he had broad shoulders and a slim waist that just screamed confidence. The bike was a bright, flashy red. Under the helmet, a lock of silver hair peeked out, the exact opposite of Lance’s dark hair.
Whatever odd feeling Camilla had was gone. Sarah’s voice echoed softly. “Look, Camilla, doesn’t he seriously remind you of Lance? He even likes a lot of the same things. I just thought, maybe if you help me pick something Lance would like, it’ll work for him too. Please, can you just come with me? I really need your help p>
“Everyone’s different, you know. And honestly, Lance is pretty direct. If he wants something, he’ll just ask. I really don’t think I’m the right person to help. Maybe you could actually ask Lance,” Camilla replied.
Sarah’s face dropped, her frustration clear. “But you see how cold Lance is to me. Please, Camilla, I’m begging you, just come look around with me. Even if you just give me one suggestion, it would mean a lot p>
She kept pleading, making it obvious she wouldn’t let up until Camilla agreed.
Camilla finally caved. “Alright, but I really do have work to finish right now. I just don’t have time at the moment p>
Sarah seemed to understand right away. “That’s totally fine. I’ll wander around first. Just call me when you’re done, and I’ll come pick you up p>
By the time Camilla wrapped things up at the office, evening was already setting in. Lance called first, checking in as usual. Knowing how protective he could be, Camilla didn’t mention she was meeting Sarah, just told him she had a few things to finish and would be home late.
After Lance reluctantly ended the call, Camilla went to meet Sarah.
Sarah showed up quickly and had even brought her a cup of bubble tea, which made Camilla smile.
On the walk to the shops, Camilla glanced at her. “Do you have anything in mind already? Or are we just browsing p>
Since the guy in the photo was into motorcycles, Camilla expected Sarah to be interested in something related to that. But Sarah blushed a little, nervously tucking her hair behind her ear. “I was actually thinking about maybe getting him a tie or a belt. I heard those are kind of personal gifts. If he accepts it, maybe that means he likes me too and then I’ll know I can keep going p>
Camilla frowned, thinking it over. Sarah was clearly shy and probably couldn’t just come out and say how she felt. Still, her plan wasn’t foolproof. What if the guy was the kind of player who took gifts from everyone and liked to keep things ambiguous? At the end of the day, she’d be the one getting hurt.