Chapter 655
Chapter 655:
“Shall we keep shopping?” Maggie asked, her tone light, though her eyes seemed to study Monica carefully.
Monica forced a polite smile. “Of course, Mrs. Barton. Lead the way p>
As they walked through the mall, Amanda leaned closer to Monica, her voice low and conspiratorial. “Monica, don’t worry. Mrs. Barton’s probably planning to buy more gifts for you later. Just you wait p>
Monica’s disappointment melted in an instant, replaced by a flicker of renewed hope.
Her energy surged as she eagerly followed Maggie to the next section, her mood shifting so noticeably that Maggie couldn’t help but notice. But Maggie let it slide, appreciating Monica’s input as they browsed.
By the end of their shopping spree, Maggie had amassed an impressive collection of items.
She glanced at the assortment with satisfaction, hoping that Yelena would love at least one of the things she bought for her.
Then, as if struck by a thought, Maggie turned to Monica with a smile. “Thank you for helping me today, Monica. You’ve been a wonderful companion. Why don’t you pick something for yourself? My treat p>
Monica’s face lit up at first, but as the meaning of Maggie’s words sank in, her smile faltered. Wait… had she misread everything? Weren’t the items Maggie bought meant for her?
After Yelena and Austin finished their dinner, Yelena stepped outside the restaurant and was startled as someone rushed directly toward her.
She recognized him immediately and said, “Cayson p>
Cayson nodded at Yelena. “You were dining here? What a coincidence p>
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Yelena’s gaze held a hint of skepticism as she looked at him, questioning the authenticity of his remark.
“Let’s head home together,” Cayson said.
While Yelena and Cayson were talking, Bella approached Austin with a sweet greeting. “Hello, Mr. Barton p>
Austin acknowledged her with a brief nod, his attention still fixed on Yelena the entire time.
Bella, seething inside, managed to maintain her composure.
Yelena said to Cayson, “I can’t head home just yet. I have something to take care of p>
Cayson’s expression tightened. He glanced towards Austin and asked stiffly, “What’s going on now? Is it him again p>
Yelena quickly explained, “It’s just a friend I ran into at dinner. She’s having some trouble, and I want to check on her p>
Almost in unison, both Cayson and Austin said, “I’ll go with you p>
“No need. I’ll go alone. She’s a girl, and you two might intimidate her,” Yelena responded, insisting on handling it by herself despite their offers.
Cayson wanted to protest, but Yelena firmly declined any company. He then reasoned that as long as Austin wasn’t going with her, it was alright for her to not want his company either.
After Yelena departed, Cayson turned to Austin, his tone heavy with implication. “Seems you had quite the romantic dinner with my sister p>
Austin caught the undertone and responded with a shy smile. “It was alright p>
“You p>
Austin cut in and said, “Don’t worry, Cayson. I appreciate you looking out for us like a big brother. But it really was just a casual meal among friends p>