hapter 37
The discomfort was definitely real. Thea couldn’t help but think back to yesterday when lan had originally agreed to meet
but suddenly said she had something to take care of and left.
And looking at the comments section, it became clear that Ian and Emmalie had a pretty good relationship for a while now.
So it was very likely that lan favored Emmalie becoming Nicolays wife. That’s probably why she didn’t like Thea and left carly.
Thea exited the post and thought about sending these rumors to Nicolas on WhatsApp.
But as her finger hovered over Nicolas avatar, Thea stopped herself and thought, “There’s really no need to bother him with something like this
Meanwhile, Emmalie seized the opportunity from the recent buzz and announced she’d be taking on students at Aurelia University. Not only that, but she’d also be doing a solo performance there.
In no time, the hype around Aurelia University and Emmalie surged.
Seeing the timing of Emmalie’s post. Thea started making some plans of her own.
The university president was going to be attending this event too. Maybe Thea could still get another chance. She had to try even if the odds weren’t in her favor.
After all, with her little sister, Emmalie basking in the spotlight, Thea, as the older one, at least had to deliver a “grand gesture.”
Nicolas rubbed his temples in the moving car to ease the throbbing headache. His mind was clouded with broken memories from the previous night. He couldn’t help but ask, “Where’s Thea? Still resting at the hotel?”
Darwin answered truthfully, “Ms. Rowland just checked out and said she’s headed to the welcome party for Emmalie at Aurelia University. Probably because of the university’s partnership with the Virtuex Group
Glancing at Nicolas through the rearview mirror, Darwin couldn’t hold back the question. “Mr. Hendrix, are you going?” Nicolas looked up and replied, his gaze indifferent. “She can handle it well. I don’t need to be there.”
Darwin hesitated for a second before finally speaking. “Mr. Hendrix, you rarely follow online gossip, so you might not know the rumor that you and Emmalic are engaged.
“A few business partners who’ve worked with the Hendrix Group for a while have subtly asked if it’s true. Mr. Hendrix, do you need to clarify this matter?”
“An engagement with Emmalie?” Nicolas chuckled, a hint of mockery in his eyes.
Darwin wanted to tell him the rumors sounded very convincing online, but seeing Nicolas expression darken, he decided to
stay quiet.
Nicolas tapped his knee with his fingers, one beat at a time. “Ignore these rumors. In time, the truth will come out.”
Darwin wanted to argue that while that might be true. But Thea, as Nicolas‘ actual fiancee, was probably feeling uncomfortable about it.
But before Darwin could respond, Nicolas shifted gears. “Fine Arrange for that university to hold a seat for me tonight.” “Yes, sir, Darwin replied
What was supposed to be a welcome party had somehow turned into a fan meeting. Fans flooded into Aurelia University, and despite the limited space, many were content just standing from afar to catch a glimpse of Emmalie.
Soon,Thea entered the campus. The staff, after hearing her name, gave her a somewhat complex look before leading her to the dressing room near the performance hall
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