I Stopped Waiting and Started Loving novel Chapter 197

The woman let out a startled gasp as her heels twisted on the polished marble floor, sending her stumbling awkwardly.

She spun around furiously, revealing a meticulously made-up but completely unfamiliar face.

Parrish's eyes widened as he registered her features.

It wasn't Bonnie.

The woman just happened to have a similar figure and hairstyle from the back.

Parrish let go of her arm like he had been burned.

"Sorry. I mistook you for someone else."

His jaw was tight, his tone stiff.

The woman obviously recognized him. Despite her annoyance, she didn't dare make a scene, simply swallowing her anger as she linked arms with her date and hurried away.

Parrish stood there, a deep scowl settling on his face.

He couldn't believe he was so paranoid about Bonnie ruining his night that he was jumping at shadows.

He yanked at his tie in frustration, his gaze scanning the entrance of the lavish banquet hall.

But after looking around, there was no sign of her anywhere.

"Parrish, what are you looking at?"

An elegant, cool voice sounded from behind him.

Vivian sauntered over, holding a glass of champagne, wearing a perfectly tailored pale gold couture gown.

Her makeup was striking, and she radiated an aura of effortless nobility.

Parrish pulled his gaze away, pasting a gentle smile back onto his face.

"Nothing."

Vivian watched him with a knowing smirk, her eyes tracing his tense jawline.

"Is Quentin coming today?"

At the mention of Quentin's name, a dark shadow flashed across Parrish's eyes.

"I have no idea."

Vivian took a delicate sip of her champagne, her tone teasing.

"If he does show up, there's a good chance he'll bring the mysterious Mrs. Vance. Aren't you curious about his new wife?"

Parrish was already irritated, and her words only made his expression darken.

"If you're curious, keep me out of it. I'm not going to ruin their marriage just to help you chase him," Parrish warned her coldly.

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