SWNOVELS Chapter Gossip 207
Reading Juicy Gossip in Her Mind
Chapter 207 The Voice Of An Incubus
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Upon hearing Audrey's words, both Isabella and Alexander, who were cavesdropping, were taken aback.
They all knew the reason, and logically speaking, Audrey should have been the one most afraid to voice it, much less at the Hampton manor. What was Audrey really up to?
Inside. Dakota was taken aback. Initially, she thought Audrey had come to dissuade her on behalf of the Hampton family, a common scenario in prominent families. Yet, she was confused about what Audrey was referring to. "What?" Dakota had actually stopped caring about the reasons or lack thereof and was just shocked by Audrey's actions,
A glint flashed across Audrey's eyes and she said resignedly, "Actually, it's because of his ex-girlfriend. She chose a more suitable marriage partner for the sake of her family's future, abandoning the love and relationship they shared. She wronged him but still loved him. His heartache was because he loved his ex-girlfriend too deeply and couldn't accept the end of their relationship. Thus, his overreaction and constant suspicion of the motives of any woman who got close to him, wondering if they were after his That's why he deceived you for so long...
money.
Dakota froze, the look on her face was more thunderous than before.
She actually has the audacity to say it out loud! Is she out of her mind? Isn't she afraid others might overhear and Wait a minute! She and Josiah were in a secret relationship, so no one knew they were dating. If any other members of the Hampton family hear this gossip, they won't associate the so-called ex-girlfriend with Audrey. It's outrageous after all. Therefore, Audrey isn't afraid to use this truth to hurt Dakota, but how does she know this will affect Dakota?
Alexander furrowed his brows in contemplation, his line of thought similar to Isabelle's.
Previously, Dakota had merely thought it was some kind of dare some silver-spooned kids came up with,
Yet, Dakota finally understood the reason she was treated as such was actually due to another woman.
She couldn't determine which was more devastating.
Maybe Audrey is just trying to show off subtly? Isabella couldn't help but check. She's so calculating Audrey must be worried that Dakota is a hopeless romantic and will insist on staying with Josiah even if deceived. Hence, the best way to deal with a hopeless romantic is to hit them where it hurts the most.
As Isabella expected, she could tell that Dakota was greatly distressed even through the phone screen.
For Dakota, that was even more insulting than mere deception. It was a mockery of her love.
Tak, tsk, tsk, Josiah is beyond salvation now. Even though Dakota had agreed to come, she had actually decided to break up. Now that Dakota knows the truth, Josiah has no hope left.
Although Josiah was Alexander's close friend, all Alexander could do was silently mourn for his friend.
Dakota might be even more disgusted if she finds out Audrey was Josiah's ex-girlfriend.
Alexander felt that that was the worst Audrey could do. She wouldn't be so impulsive as to expose that secret. After all, she couldn't ensure whether revealing the truth to Dakota would cause any commotion.
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Her tone was filled with concern as a member of the family. Yet, a hint of sadness lay beneath the surface, making it seem as if she was directly involved in the situation.
at disgust.
Isabella and Alexander knew the truth, so they naturally felt nothing but
With a sensitive nature, Dakota instantly picked up on her unusual tone, let alone in matters related to Josiah.
She looked up at Audrey, confusion etched on her face
Audrey's eyes reflected sorrow, her hand unconsciously reaching for the necklace around her neck.
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The necklace was a recent acquisition of Audrey's. Dakota hadn't noticed it at first, but Audrey's action had. drawn her attention to the necklace.
Dakota's face turned deathly pale when she studied the material and design of the jewelry.
"This necklace is... Dakota's voice was hoarse and filled with disbelief.
Audrey's expression was flustered as if realizing what she had just done. Then, she deliberately avoided Dakota's gaze.
"I-It's a birthday gift from a family member. Is there a problem? Do you like it, Ms. Meadows? I'm afraid this is a one-of-a-kind piece. Given the uniqueness of the materials, only one necklace can be made. The leftover material can only make a small bracelet at most. I'm not sure where the bracelet ended up, otherwise, I'll offer it to you as compensation for Josiah's deception."
Isabella was puzzled at that part of the gossip.
Why did Dakota suddenly bring up the necklace? But Audrey's reaction is odd as if it's a gift from Josiah. Huh? Could it really have been from him? But how would Dakota know about it?
Suddenly, Alexander beside her stirred. Isabella's shoulder was jostled, causing her to look at Alexander in
confusion.
Alexander's expression subtly shifted as he looked at Isabella. With his free hand, he captured Isabella's wrist, which was adorned with a bracelet. He pointed at the bracelet, then gestured toward Dakota on the
screen.
Isabella still hadn't caught on.
Just at that moment, elegant music wafted up from below. The band had begun their sound check.
Leaning in, Alexander moved closer to Isabella, his words barely more than a whisper, "Dakota's bracelet."
At that moment, Isabella's thought process lagged. It wasn't her fault for spacing out. It was because Alexander's breath had brushed her sensitive ear, causing it to warm up. Coupled with Alexander's deep and magnetic voice, it tickled Isabella's ear, making it tingle. It wasn't an exaggeration to say that Isabella, who was slightly fond of voices, almost went weak in the knees.
Ordinarily, Alexander's voice carried an inherent chill, cool and composed, that made it simply pleasing to the ear, devoid of any innuendos, but not at that moment.
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Holy crap! I nearly got pregnant from his voice! How can Alexander produce such a voice? It's like he's purposely seducing me! I never thought he'd have the potential to be an incubus!
At that moment, Alexander, who just wanted to provide his wife with crucial information to make things easier for her, had ears that were redder than Isabella's
Feeling a mix of annoyance and unease, he cast a glance at Isabella. In the end, all he could do was remain
silent.
Meanwhile, the Quirks downstairs were thoroughly enjoying the gossip, even though Isabelle's incomplete thoughts made piecing together the truth quite a challenge. However, the unexpected segment caught them completely off guard. They truly weren't prepared for the unsolicited information. They were speechless, not expecting Alexander to have that side to him.
Is this the extent he'll go to pursue his wife? Squeezing out every potential he has? So, what does an incubus sound like?
The family nearly lost track of keeping up with the gossip.
Fortunately, Isabella was also a professional gossiper. Even though she was momentarily distracted by Alexander's beauty, she quickly snapped back to reality
What did Alexander just say? Dakota's bracelet was the one from the time when we helped her pick up her things? Wait a minute! Audrey mentioned the bracelet too. Why would she bring that up out of nowhere? Something isn't right. Is it what I'm thinkin