You’ll Fall for Me, Today or Tomorrow novel Chapter 107

Shermaine did not wait for Clarissa to respond before she turned and strutted off.

Even if Jamie somewhat expected to be ignored by that usually pompous woman, she did not feel good about it.

That confrontation appeared to be a challenge of sorts to Clarissa. There was a sense that there might be trouble brewing on the horizon.

“The only thing she can look forward to is my ass. Does this woman have an ax to grind with us? Now that we know what sort of person she is, we’ve to be really careful around her when on set. Don’t worry. I’ve got your back.”

Clarissa was touched by Jamie’s concern. “As I remember, you got the short end of the stick getting mixed up with her the last time. It’ll be better for both of us to try and stay out of trouble. As all things considered, we would only end up at the losing end.”

Reality was a pain in the a**, and that got Jamie fuming.

She exhaled. In her heart, she longed to find fame and recognition for herself in show business.

Clarissa understood Jamie’s aspirations and rested a comforting hand on the latter’s shoulder. “Don’t be anxious. Your time will come.”

Jamie bounced back quite quickly. Due to Clarissa’s fondness for her, she brought her around and introduced her to Yaala and Quentin. Even though she was not that well acquainted with the two leads herself, the duo came across as mild-mannered and relatively easy to talk to. It would not be a bad thing for Jamie’s prospects if they took a genuine liking to her as well.

Indeed, not everyone was like Shermaine. Yaala, Quentin, and Jamie clicked well enough to connect themselves on Twitter. All in all, it was a positive enough starting point for Jamie to build upon.

After the costume fitting had concluded, Clarissa informed Justin of her desire to tag along with the film crew. When the two chatted away by the side, something must have tickled Justin. Their exchange may appear a little flirtatious when observed from afar.

Shermaine was not happy to bear witness to this scene. Thus, she had secretly snapped a few photos of them. Her plans for these were unknown except to herself.

It was apparent that Clarissa remained oblivious while this was happening.

Over the next couple of days, there were only some remnant tasks that Clarissa had to see to, such as finalizing the contract with Yael, banking in a few checks, or the likes.

Thus, Clarissa felt a little dispirited when her thoughts came to Ellie.

She tried to reach her through Damon. Even though he was not sure what the whole disagreement was about, he was more than willing to help.

That same night, Clarissa met up with Damon. However, Ellie was not expecting her and did not seem pleased. Though the atmosphere was awkward, Ellie showed no inclination to get up and leave.

Meanwhile, Damon did his best to play peacemaker. “Alright, we’re all grown-ups, so I’m sure we could work this through without bickering. So long as you’re not stealing each other’s boyfriend, there’s no conflict of principle. Come on. How about we start off with a smile?”

Ellie snorted, but otherwise stayed silent.

Damon shrugged as he looked to Clarissa, who relocated herself to sit opposite Ellie. Her attempt to reach out and hold the latter’s hand was resolutely blown off.

Clarissa retreated and had this to say, “I understand why you’re upset, as it’s my fault for holding out on you. Hit me or berate me if you want, Ellie. I only ask that you don’t ignore me as I don’t want to lose my best friend.”

Their relationship was one that she treasured. She did not want to be reasonable when face with this impasse.

She wanted Matthew’s love as much as she wished to retain Ellie’s friendship.

Neither was something she would be willing to forsake even if Ellie were to make her choose between them.

“It’s going to be me or him. Your call,” Ellie stated plainly.

Damon appeared astounded as he listened in.

Huh? Was Clarissa’s newfound romance at the heart of this conflict?

He could not help but feel sorry for Clarissa when he looked upon her face.

“Why are you being so hard on Clare? Are you also interested in her boyfriend?”

“Shut up! It’s none of your business,” Ellie snapped.

The man’s brows knotted. “What’s really going on here?”

Clarissa looked to Damon. “Could I talk to Ellie alone for a minute?”

With that, Damon pliantly stepped out of the room and left the two women to themselves. This was when Ellie was about started to get snarky.

“Look, this situation involving Uncle Matt and yourself is absurd and disappointing. I know that you’re not in it for the money, being friends with you for as long as I have, but of all the young and handsome suitors out there, why do you have to date my uncle? You’re my bestie, but that’s my uncle we’re talking about!”

Clarissa listened with eyes reddened. She sobbed quietly, deeply saddened by her friend’s anger and lack of understanding toward her.

The two sat in there amidst her silent tears for some time before Clarissa wiped her eyes and lifted her head to regard Ellie.

“I won’t lie to you, Ellie. I don’t want to part from Uncle Matthew on your accord.”

“You-”

Ellie was flabbergasted. She swiftly got to her feet as she refused to listen to another word from Clarissa.

Yet, she found her path out being blocked.

“Would it be easier for you to accept Matthew if he wasn’t your uncle?”

“But he is.”

“Love cannot be subject to reason. I’ve never expected to end up in a relationship with your uncle coming into D City. Though I can’t disavow my own role in this, I found it easy to fall for him, so he and I are both complicit. I value you as much as I do him. Call me greedy or selfish, but I hope to be able to continue our friendship and still be with him.”