Chapter 253
Chapter 253:
Curiosity got the better of Kristine. “What kept you up so late p>
Danica smirked, a mischievous glint in her eye. Noticing Kristine’s indifferent stare only seemed to amuse her more. She wrapped an arm around Kristine’s shoulders and teased, “You ignored every guy in the room last time. Tonight, I’ve got a new spot for us. The men there… let’s just say you might change your mind p>
Kristine shut it down immediately. “No, thanks. I’ve got work tonight p>
Danica waved away her objection. “There’s always more work, but you can’t say the same for men. Have a good time while you can. Don’t argue — I’ll swing by and pick you up tonight.” Without waiting for a reply, she climbed into her car. “I’m off to catch up on some sleep p>
All Kristine could do was stare in disbelief.
She had grown quieter since her father’s passing, but back in middle school, she and Danica had ended up sitting together, and Danica could talk for hours without ever running dry. Every now and then, Kristine would find herself giving in, offering a few words in response even when she hadn’t planned to. Over time, her reserved nature had gradually given way to something brighter and more spirited. Even after Danica left the country and their friendship faded, Kristine hadn’t lost that spark — she had carried Danica’s energy with her, embracing life with open arms.
𝖠𝖼t𝘪𝗏𝗲 𝖼𝗼𝘮𝗆u𝘯𝘪𝘁𝘆 оո galոо𝘷е𝗅𝘀.соm
So when Colton entered her world, she had genuinely believed her warmth might soften him. She had no idea he was completely unyielding.
Work brought Kristine back to her usual routine, the office buzzing with activity. True to her word, Danica appeared later that afternoon, pulling up in a flashy car, blaring the horn and letting out a sharp whistle. “Hop in, Kristine p>
Heads turned as a few colleagues stared at the car in surprise. Not wanting Danica to make an even bigger scene, Kristine slipped into the passenger seat in a hurry.
“Seatbelt, now!” Danica said.
Kristine clicked it just as Danica hit the gas, heading for the mysterious destination she had hinted at.
More than an hour passed before they finally reached the gates of an upscale neighborhood. Kristine barely had time to take in her surroundings before Danica hopped out and practically hauled her from the car.
Danica swiped her access card and leaned in close, her voice dropping to a whisper. “Not many people know about this place, so they keep things tight. Just stick by me and don’t go wandering off. And honestly? The guys here are all ten out of ten — they look like they’ve walked out of a magazine. Give it five minutes inside and you’ll forget Colton ever crossed your mind p>
Kristine could only blink, unsure how to respond.
A staff member appeared and led them deeper into the neighborhood along a winding, narrow walkway. Eventually, the path opened up, and Kristine lifted her gaze to take in a soaring high-rise stretching above the treetops.