Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 271

Beatrice and Joey also thought the same.

After all, the two were already engaged, and their relationship was very strong. Getting married was just a matter of time.

Min.” Medea gave them a definite answer. That’s how we plan to proceed.”

Vivian became even more envious. “Brother–in–law loves you so much! He was afraid someone else might take you away, so he proposed first. He wants to gain he Young family’s approval, marry you with proper recognition, and put all his efforts into helping you with your career. If I were you, I’d want to marry him ight away!”

tegina, who had been silent, spoke up.

This is the difference between Med and you. A woman must have her own career, she can’t rely solely on a man. Calv likes Med because of this.”

What the others discussed after that, Eliza didn’t know, because she had already walked further away.

is she had expected, Beatrice was someone Calvin had fished out!

ifter she stepped outside, preparing to call Kayn, Baxter chased after her.

Eliza,” he called out.

liza turned to look at him, her expression cold.

Thank you for the birthday gift.

te was still holding the gift she had given him.

It’s nothing.” Eliza’s attitude remained indifferent, keeping a strong boundary between them.

axter tried to break that boundary.

You don’t like this kind of occasion? If you dont like it, I can take you somewhere else for dinner.”

caring Eliza wouldn’t understand, he added, “Just the two of us.”

s for the friends who came to celebrate his birthday, it was obvious he had placed them behind Eliza.

his made Eliza pause for a moment, suddenly understanding his intention.

Mr. Wade, you don’t need to make a special adjustment for me. It’s more appropriate to celebrate a birthday with friends.”

he trusted Baxter was smart enough to catch the hint.

hey weren’t even friends, to begin with.

jaxter’s fiery enthusiasm was completely extinguished by her simple “Mr. Wade.”

id she really give him no chance at all?

f it were someone else, Baxter would have pressed on, but given what he knew about Eliza, if he pushed too hard, there would likely be no further nteractions, not even in casual setungs.

All the words that had been rolling around in his mind just ended up as a polite reminder, “Then, take care.

Okay. Eitza nodded indifferently, then turned and left

Baxter stood in place for a long while

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So long that he didn’t notice Calvin and Medea standing not far away.

Medea had come to pick up Calvin.

They had both seen the entire scene.

Medex’s eyes darkened.

Meanwhile, Calvin’s expression remained indifferent, as if he were a detached bystander

Calvin had only stayed briefly at Beatrice’s welcoming dinner before heading to Esxter’s side

It was then that Medea and Vivian learned that today was Baxter’s birthday

Cousin, didn’t Mr. Wade invite you for his birthday? Vivian med dearly puzzled

Medea’s expression grew slightly darker. He probably didn’t tell me because he knew I’ve been busy lately.”

Tivian didn’t question this explanation.

n her mind, Baxter, like Gideon, admired Medea greatly.

Well, let’s go say hi to him now. Vivian seemed to have other thoughts in mind

n the end. Medea took her there.

ivian hadn’t seen Baxter in a long time, and her heart started racing Mr Wade, happy birthday?”

laxter appeared indifferent, as though he had no energy to interact with myone.

When Vivian tried to engage with him, he hardly responded, only continuing to drink

What’s wrong with him?” Medea asked, noticing his strange behavior.

axter just kept drinking silently.

man sitting nearby spoke up. “It looks like he’s heartbroken, drinking to get over it”

tedea fell silent.

ivian wanted to console him, but Baxter didnt give her the chance.

eeing this, the man beside them couldn’t take it anymore. “What’s going on? I’ve never seen you so rude! A girl’s toasting you, and you’re ignoring her?”

axter gave him a cold glance.

he man didn’t dare to say more and instead, raised his glass to Vivian. “Sorry, Miss. Bax’s in a bad mood today. Let me drink with you.”

It’s fine. Vivian responded politely, but as they clinked glasses, the man added,

feel like you look familiar, like I’ve seen you somewhere before.”

ivian thought he was just hitting on her.

Ithough she was interested in Baxter, his friends were wealthy and powerful, so networking with them wouldn’t hurt.

1st as she was about to smile at his outdated flirting style, the man suddenly slapped his forehead.

I remember now, Ive seen you in that controversial video…”

Realizing what he’d just said, the man quickly clamped his hand over his mouth.

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Vivian’s face turned pale instantly, and the awkwardness in the air became unbearable

Medea had to take Vivian away early.

Cousin, I’ll never be able to face anyone again.” Vivien cried as soon as the got in the car.

She thought people would have forgotten about that incident by now, but the never expected to be recognized especially in front of Baxter!

How could she fate him now?

Medea’s expression became serious. You need to be more leaky from one on And as for Baxter, you should give up It’s not going to happen.”

Vivian cried harder.

t turned out that that video really could ruin a person’s life

he had once thought of using the same method to ruin Iliza bit now, she was the eme suffering the manquences

On the weekend, Eliza was asked by Ottilie to deliver kur local spridates to Grayson

ham for his care in the hospital

While driving over, Eliza passed by Calvin’s former redener and noted that the Sendation, which had been leveled before, was now fully built up, with the nain structure of the house already erected.

The progress was impressive, showing how eager Calvin was to pr things dont

When she arrived at the Young family’s house, Grayson had just finished deer and loved thra for tria

is usual, their conversation was about work, with Grayson offering occasional athare and guidance

liza had been to the Young house several times recently and hadn’t run into Calvin, which made her feel more at ease.

During their chats, she had learned a lot about vision, strategy, and even business forecasting,

fter all, Grayson was a man who had once created a business empire. Even though he had been out of the limelight for nearly ten years, the Young family still eld the largest share of the market in Washington, with a business portfolio that remained stable.

towever, today, after discussing work matters, Grayson asked her a more personal question

What are your plans for your love life?”

At the moment, I haven’t given it much thought. Eliza replied honestly.

he was busy with work and preparing for the entrance exams, wishing she could divide the time in her day into two. How could she possibly have time for elationships?

elle always said she was just a heartless work machine.

and she really couldn’t deny it.

Grayson paused for a moment before asking, “Have you not moved on yet?”

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