Coolest Girl in Town (Elise and Alexander) novel Chapter 653

Chapter 653 Acting One Way to My Face and Another Behind My Back

Winona had claimed that Craig was busy with various commercials recently, so much so that they barely had any time to meet each other. If that was the case, then what was he doing just now?

Joey followed Elise’s gaze and took in the sight. It was just that she did not recognize Craig, so she casually said, “That man must have a bad stomach.”

“How do you know?” Elise asked innocently.

“It’s so obvious! He’s a kept man!” Joey pursed her lips. She despised these kinds of men the most—men who put on airs but only wanted to ‘leech’ off women to live.

Even Joey could tell that the relationship between Craig and that woman was not that simple. It proved that Elise was not overthinking things.

In the driver’s seat, Alexander was slightly absent-minded as he drove. He would glance in the rearview mirror from time to time and observe Elise’s reaction. He thought that today might be a good day to confess.

Following several internal struggles, he reduced his driving speed and prepared to speak. But, when he looked up, he saw that Elise had taken out her phone to make a phone call. The words that were on the tip of his tongue could only be swallowed back once more.

It didn’t take long for Winona to answer the phone.

“Elise, I was just about to call you. So many people have been asking for you to appear in their commercials. Even Blitzy Entertainment has started to prepare for a joint promotional effort.” She was so busy that her eyes were spinning, but she seemed to be enjoying herself.

People who had just graduated from college were usually like that. They were not scared of exhaustion or hardship. Instead, they were most afraid of having nothing to do or being unneeded.

“Let’s meet up and talk about that next time. I remember you saying that your boyfriend, Craig, is a trainee who has been very busy recently, right?” Elise could not ask too bluntly, so she could only ask in a slightly convoluted manner.

“That’s right! He’s really very hardworking. I only helped him a little in the early stage, and he is already doing much better recently. I heard that several investors have been interested in shooting commercials with him. Our goals are extremely aligned. If it’s for the sake of our career, we are not afraid, no matter how difficult it gets. Else, don’t you think I have a good eye for people?” At the mention of Craig, Winona shone as brightly as a little sun, full of vigor.

Elise’s heart immediately softened at those words, and she reluctantly played along. “That’s right. You’re the best at reading people. Since you’re working so hard, I’ll personally cook for you when we meet in two days. I have to treat you well.”

There were some things she could not bring herself to say over the phone. She figured that such things would be better said face to face.

“Sure!” Winona readily agreed. “I love you, Elise!”

They continued chatting for a bit longer before Elise ended the call. However, her expression was not very good.

“That was the girlfriend of the man just now, right?” Joey has keen observation skills, so she immediately hit the nail on the situation.

Elise did not deny those words and simply wondered, Why are so many people in the world unable to be satisfied with what they have? He has such a great girlfriend. It’s clear as day that they could have worked hard together and built a better life with each other. Why do they have to betray themselves to obtain benefits without putting in any work? Of course, some people are willing to live like that. That’s not an issue. But, he should not have made that choice while stringing Winona along and deceiving her.

Joey continued talking, her expression much sterner than before. “Elise, let me give you a piece of advice. Don’t interfere with other people’s relationships. Some people might get along with you very well under normal circumstances, but they are easily confused when it comes to relationship matters. Even if you have good intentions, you will not be able to help those with love-addled brains. If you can’t bear to watch, then don’t watch. There are some things in life that everybody must experience. Unfortunately, we can’t always save everyone.”

When she heard those words, Elise turned to the side and gave Joey a deep look. In her memories, Joey was either a playful little daredevil who was not afraid of anything or a proud little girl who acted cold on the outside but was warm on the inside. Even so, Joey’s expression at this moment seemed so mature. There was a steadiness in her expression that was utterly out of place for people her age. It looks like Joey’s past experiences are not that normal either.

Nevertheless, Elise had her own set of standards when dealing with people and other matters. She would not be shaken by external affairs.

“I understand what you mean. Nobody wants to cause trouble for themselves after all.” She patted the back of Joey’s hand and let out a long breath. “But, this world is so malicious toward girls. Girls should protect each other. As for the rest, we can think it over slowly.”

Joey knew that she neither had Elise’s broad love for others nor the intention of protecting all the weak. But, be that as it may, she listened to Elise’s words. Girls should protect each other. That’s why I will work hard to be the best person I can be. That way, I will definitely protect Elise.