Betrayed and Dumped: She Rose Stronger Than Ever novel Chapter 377

Their eyes met, and they both broke into smiles they couldn't hide.

Rebecca wanted to go over and say a few words to him, but the thought of her mother’s disapproving look made her hesitate. She came up with an excuse instead. “Mom, I’m going to the restroom. If you need me, just call.”

The banquet hall was packed, and with all those people around, she wasn’t worried that Sonja would try anything.

Stephen watched as Rebecca headed towards the restroom. He couldn’t help but smile, then set his champagne down, apologized quietly to the group he was with, and followed her out.

He spotted Rebecca right away in the hallway.

He picked up his pace, caught up to her, and gently pulled her into his arms. Without missing a beat, he pushed open the fire escape door. The door closed behind them with a soft thud, and suddenly, Rebecca was pressed tightly against his chest.

Her heart was racing. “You scared me.”

Stephen kissed her on the forehead. “What can I do? I’m still on probation, so we have to sneak around.” There was a playful hint of complaint in his voice.

“Why are you here? Didn’t you say you weren’t coming?” His voice was a little rough, arms tightening around her.

Rebecca finally told him what had happened that morning. “So… that’s why my mom and I decided to stay.”

A sharp look flashed in Stephen’s eyes.

Clearly, he couldn’t let the Sonja situation drag on any longer. It needed to be handled once and for all.

He gently brushed her forehead. “Next time something like this happens, tell me right away. I’ll help you. It’s too risky for you to face it alone.”

Rebecca leaned against his chest, eyes closed, and nodded. “Okay. I will.”

They lingered for a few more minutes, talking quietly, before heading back out. Luckily, the area outside the restroom was empty, so no one saw them.

When they returned to the banquet hall, Rebecca looked around. “Where’s Cindy? I haven’t seen her.”

Stephen gave a helpless smile. “She’s surrounded by a bunch of socialites. I’ll ask her to come find you later.”

Rebecca followed the direction of his gaze. Sure enough, Cindy was caught in the middle of a group of well-dressed girls, all chatting nonstop.

Cindy looked visibly annoyed, even from far away.

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