Leap OF Fate novel Chapter 31

It’s finally the weekend. Serene packed her overnight bag and headed over to the airport. She’s bound to Coast City.

This was an unexpected break she needed. Things between her and Justin had her heart in a tight knot. Thankfully, she did not need to go to Rain International, or else she’d feel more messed up. She was not ready to face Justin.

She cannot help but sigh whenever she remembers him. And like the past couple of nights, the thought of Justin stung her eyes. Feeling the imminent tears, she shook her head and picked up her bag.

After sitting in the plane for 45 minutes, she’s arrived in Coast City. She took a taxi home but did not stay long. She just left her bag in her room, then drove away to Mary’s boutique.

Mary’s boutique was in a mall owned by her family. It’s stylishly decorated. Entering the shop, a mural showing a calm blue beach welcomed her.

“Shen, you’re here!” Mary hugged her and kissed both her cheeks. She then cupped both of Serene’s cheeks with her hands. Her brows furrowed as she surveyed her face. “What’s the problem?”

Serene rolled her eyes at Mary. Sometimes she hated it when Mary read her like a book. She can hardly keep anything from her. She did not even need to talk, Mary would know right away if something’s bothering her.

“It’s nice to see you too. I miss you.” She evaded her question, which did not escape her friend. Mary just looked at her with her delicate brows raised. “So what would I be wearing?” She diverted.

Mary let out a sigh, knowing that her friend was keeping something from her. As much as she wanted to know what was going on, she knew when to back off whenever Serene needed space. If she continued to press Serene for answers, all the more that she would not get them. She would have to wait when she’s ready.

Mary guided Serene to the back of the shop, where rows upon rows of swimwear neatly hung. Mary ran her finger through the hangers and stopped when she found what she was looking for.

“I thought of placing you in the middle and at the end of the show.” She explained to Serene, who was just listening to her. She picked up one hanger from the rack and gave it to Serene. From it hung a tiny piece of clothing. “This one’s a bit conservative.” Mary gave her a wink. Serene took the hanger and inspected the swimsuit that hung from it. It’s a black halter top and a high waist bikini.

“You’ll wear this when you come out first, which is towards the middle of the entourage. Then for the finale, you’d be wearing this...”

Serene cannot help but swallow when she took the second hanger from Mary. If the first one was conservative, this one definitely isn’t. It’s a microkini. The top were just two tiny triangles held by strings; the bottom was the same. Her eyes felt like they would pop out of their sockets as Serene looked at Mary incredulously.

“No way!” She finally found her voice.