Chapter 1353
Chapter 1353:
Annabel, however, regained her composure. She tapped his lips lightly and asked, “What if it’s something urgent p>
Reluctantly, Rupert pulled out his phone. To his surprise, it was Bruce. He cleared his throat and answered, “What’s the matter, Grandpa p>
“Why did it take you so long to answer?” Bruce’s voice carried a hint of reproach.
Rupert glanced at Annabel beside him and replied evenly, “I’m occupied at the moment p>
Heat rushed to Annabel’s cheeks as she reached out to pat Rupert’s arm, but he only pulled her closer into his embrace.
“Is Annabel with you? Wonderful! You two should come to the Benton family’s villa tomorrow p>
“Tomorrow?” Rupert paused, searching his memory. Nothing about the next day stood out.
“Yes. My birthday is coming up. If you dare tell me you forgot, I’ll give you a good beating!” Bruce declared, sounding more excited than threatening.
Rupert’s expression didn’t change. “But your birthday is in four days p>
He was sure of it.
“Come early and stay here. I miss Annabel p>
Rupert had never liked going to the Benton family’s villa. Aside from his grandfather, there were few people there he truly cared about. Still, since Bruce had asked, he agreed without hesitation.
Meanwhile, in the Benton family’s villa hall, Cathy sat on an ornate sofa. Suddenly, she seemed to remember something and turned to Heather beside her.
“Heather, Grandpa’s birthday celebration is only a few days away. Rupert will definitely show up,” Cathy said with a smile.
Heather’s reply was icy. “Yes. He’ll come with that wretched Annabel p>
The memory of Rupert and Annabel’s engagement party stirred bitterness in Heather’s chest. Even Annabel’s unapologetic face still hovered in her mind.
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The thought alone made Heather curl her hands into fists, her nails digging into her palms without her noticing.
Why did it have to be that wretch?
Cathy startled at Heather’s fierce expression. “Heather p>
Snapped back to herself by Cathy’s voice, Heather quickly restored her usual gentle look.
“Heather, they’re only engaged for now. You still have a chance p>
“You’re right.” A sinister glint flashed in Heather’s eyes as she studied her freshly manicured nails. Through clenched teeth, she said, “I won’t let Annabel walk away unscathed at this birthday party like she did last time p>
“How can I help you p>
Cathy didn’t like Annabel either. Hearing Heather’s words, she leaned in eagerly, determined to be useful.
Heather blinked, a sly smile curling her lips. “I’ll tell you when the time comes p>
As Bruce’s birthday drew near, Annabel began searching for the perfect gift. Yet no matter what she found, nothing felt quite right, and the frustration left her dispirited.