Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 357

Chapter 357

Chapter 357

Jpon hearing the news, Eliza let out an inexplicable sigh of relief.

t’s good that he’s out.

liza didn’t ask much about Calvin’s situation.

When she saw Belle wasn’t in the best state, she asked her to leave early.

elle didn’t want to stay either, especially not with that couple around.

), she followed Eliza’s suggestion and left the party early.

nce Eliza made sure Belle was okay, she returned to the event.

mbrose arrived with Lilith before the event officially started to greet Eliza.

iza didn’t have an issue with Ambrose and Lilith initially, as they hadn’t interacted much before.

it not long ago, Lilith had taken the role that Belle had struggled to get, with Ambrose’s help.

, she wasn’t too warm toward them and was even a bit cold.

lith couldn’t help but wonder. When Eliza went to give her speech, she frowned and asked Ambrose, “Ambrose, Ms. Grant seems a bit cold toward me.”

nbrose didn’t think much of it. “Maybe it’s because you two aren’t that familiar.”

It Lilith didn’t think that was the case.

a woman, she could keenly sense Eliza’s dislike toward her.

so, not long ago, she had taken a role from Belle, but before it even had time to settle, someone else took it from her.

lith had secretly asked around, and someone had told her that it was the boss of Apex’s idea.

It she had no connection with the boss of Apex, so there was no reason for them to target her.

e then started to wonder if Belle had some relationship with the boss of Apex.

it that thought quickly disappeared.

hat relationship could Belle have with the boss of Apex?

e was just an orphan!

it weren’t for how much Mrs. Quinn dotes on her, how could she have the right to marry Ambrose?

lith hated that the most!

ne had tried to please Mrs. Quinn, but the old lady never liked her, only Belle.

nd she kept pressuring Ambrose with her elder status, not allowing him to divorce Belle.

ost in thought, Lilith was snapped out of it when Ambrose called her.

le asked, “What are you thinking about?”

Nothing.” Lilith flashed an innocent smile. “Ambrose, take me to more of these kinds of parties in the future. I want to learn some social etiquette.”

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“Why bother learning that?” Ambrose asked with a faint smile.

Lilith pouted. “Of course, to help you out.”

No need.” Ambrose, like before, reached out and affectionately ruffled her hair.

ilith’s heart warmed instantly.

fter the event, Sadie helped the somewhat drunk Eliza downstairs.

he had already called Kayn to bring the car to the front gate.

the elevator,

die looked at the drunk Eliza, feeling a bit helpless. “Why did you drink so much?”

iza’s voice was a little slurred from the alcohol. “I was happy today.”

le company’s relocation was indeed something to be happy about, but it wasn’t worth drinking that much.

hen they reached the gate, Sadie saw the person waiting by the car, and her face instantly tightened.

e instinctively looked at Eliza and saw her rubbing her forehead.

e must be feeling dizzy from the alcohol, so her attention was elsewhere.

id Calvin was wearing a mask, with an outfit and hairstyle completely different from before.

was hard to notice unless you looked closely.

11, Sadie couldn’t help but worry.

Ivin silently opened the car door.

die helped Eliza into the car.

iza was really drunk. As soon as she got into the car, she fell asleep, completely unaware of what was happening outside.

die whispered, “Mr. Young, you’re going back on your word!”

: had clearly said that would be the last time!

won’t disturb her.”

ou already have.”

dvin was silent for two seconds before reassuring her, “This is the last time.”

die bit her lip and reluctantly gave in.

he car smoothly drove through the streets, the city lights passing by in the rearview mirror.

verything was calm.

Then Gideon’s call came through, Calvin immediately hung up.

t the same time, he carefully glanced at the person in the rearview mirror.

ecause he hung up quickly, Eliza wasn’t disturbed by the call and remained lightly asleep.

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fter dropping her off downstairs, the car turned off.

Without the white noise from the car, Eliza woke up from her light sleep.

er head was still spinning.

had been too long since she drank, and her tolerance had completely disappeared.

ie looked outside and saw they had arrived home but didn’t get out of the car right away.

e simply rubbed her temples and said to the driver, “Take me to the ake to get some fresh air and sober up.”

e driver suddenly tightened his grip on the steering wheel.

it he said nothing and started the car, heading toward the lake.

hen they arrived at the lake, Eliza still didn’t get out.

e just rolled down the window and let the evening breeze come in.

e breeze at this hour was gentle, mixed with a bit of early autumn chill that helped clear the mind.

za leaned against the window, enjoying the breeze for a few minutes before asking the driver to take her back.

hen they returned to the apartment complex, Belle and Ophelia were waiting outside.

soon as Eliza got out of the car, they each supported her, one on each side.

lle said. “Sadie called me and said you drank too much, so I came to pick you up. I’ve been waiting for half an hour. Was there traffic on the way?”

went to the lake to get some fresh air. I just got back after sobering up,” Eliza explained.

et’s go, let’s go upstairs. Your hands are cold.”

eir voices gradually faded as they disappeared into the entrance of the complex.

Ivin then looked away and opened his phone.

ere were already several missed calls and messages from Gideon.

returned the call.

were

deon almost picked up instantly, his voice full of worry. “Calv! You finally answered! What were you doing? Don’t you know I’ve been freaking out because 1 uldn’t reach you?!”

What’s there to worry about? I’m fine.”

dvin’s voice was still as relaxed as ever, though it lacked any anger.

Where are you now?” Gideon asked anxiously.

tosewood Lane,”

ideon froze for a moment. Wasn’t that Eliza’s place?

Did you go see Eliza again?”

alvin didn’t deny it.

le adjusted his seat to the right angle, and when he looked up, he could see the lights from Eliza’s bedroom window.

The light was far away, but it seemed to illuminate his heart as well.

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He knew he shouldn’t disturb Eliza.

But he just couldn’t help it.

Every time, he told himself this would be the last time.

ust see her one last time, and it’ll be enough.

is long as he could see her once, he could hold on a little longer.

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