SWNOVELS Chapter 15
Chapter 15
They grew up together, the three of them. But things happened along the way, and relationships got complicated
From a young age, Loraine had a thing for Isaac, trying several times to cross the line of just being friends. But isang, with his laid–back personality. would have shut her down ages ago if he did feel the same way Everyone thought they’d end up together
But then, three years ago, there was a shakeup in the Salter family, and isaac got kicked out. Loraine was quick to distance herself.
“Loraine and I are just friends,” he said, implying that whatever choices she made were up to her
Wesley sighed. “Wright, I’m out.”
Brittany ran into William before clocking out
“William
He had just finished a video conference and looked worn out Hmm, I heard you gave your byline to Sydney”
He was planning on talking to her about it. He didn’t expect Brittany to make that kind of move
Brittany was angry. Sydney was still strning up trouble behind the scenes, like she always did.
She didn’t have the energy to atque, and she didnt want to cause many trouble
“Wham, you seem busy lately is a because of me?”
She had some past issues, and Wimbrought her in If the consortium found a handle onher and it affected his future, shed feel guilty
“Of course not “William shook his head, not understanding why Bettany would think that.
Brittany let out a sigh of releet. Willam, it’s getting late. I’m gonna head out”
Willam opened his mouth, as if he
Brittany left the office and received a call from Hannah on her drive home. By heard you and Sydney are working at the same company”
“Yeah”
is she giving you a hard time?”
Hannah asked this after reading the chat records from their college alumni group chat. Sydney had beenboasting in the group that she was family with Mr Sater from Gundeur Capital so everyone had to suck up to her
Hannah reted her eyes “Mr. Salter was a very cold person. Did he even know who Sydney was?
No
Brittany knew Hannah was hot headed, and if she found out what Sydney had been doing, she might lose her cool
“Bri, if she dares to mess with you just tell me. I’ll set her shuaight?
Britany rubbed her temples, parked her car, and got out.
“There’s a dimer party at the Field family’s tomorrow night I’m going “
“What?
Hannah stood up immediately, but when her coworkers looked at her she quickly apologized and moved to the hallway with her phone “Are you nuts? With all the drama between you and Lore, and now you’re going to the party? Aren’t you afraid of being bubed”
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“Paasad shed give me my mom’s keepsake I went
Mah knew how much this mattered to her She choked up, then finally said, “Alright, ill get an imitation. I go with you
“Hannah, you realy dont have to
I’m going with you tomorrow No arguments. Otherwise, I’ll get mad
Brittany knew she was warned about getting bulled, so she didn’t refuse. “Okay”
(business, Harnali started to send.
After they finished talking bu
“Inttany you luagha idea how exhausted lam. That strict boss has been breathing down our necks. I feel like I’m on the verge of getting feed.”
Isaac, who happened to be passing by, was speechless.
Sinct boss? Was she talking about him?
Nathan warned to remind Hannah that her strict hoss‘ was right there!
But he was scared off by the mats cold stare, so he didn’t dare to
“Just because he’s good looking doesnt mean he’s a good person His less and lacks compassion”
Endary smiled. “By the way, my husband said he found a job. But it might not be the recruitment invitation from Grandeur Cap
ogrumbled, “What’s your husband’s
164 name is Isaac” Enllany speed
averit even met him yet. When are you going t have dinner with me so I can meet him?“.
and said, before she could fresh saying his full name, the call suddenly ended.
Hannah cursed at her phone as it sh coff due to a low battery
“What a chappy phone! it turns off all the time!
Nathan was numb
Hannah turned around, only to meet a pair of icy eyes. She froze. It took her a while to stammer,”
She was startled and wondered why no one had warned her that he ‘strict boss‘ was right behind her. Did that mean he heard everything she had just
Isaac looked at her frozen face with a warning in his eyes. “Ms. Chester do you think your workload isn’t heavy enough? You have time to chat on the phone during work hours?”
Mr. Saher, let me explain” Hannah tried to defend herself. “Mr. Saher, don’t worry, I will work hard and won’t do this again”
asad coldly “This is your last chance
After he left, Hannah felt drained and slumped her char
Back at her desk, Hannah changed her phone and texted Brittany.
Bittany my phone died earlier. He heard me complaining I need to work now. See you tomorrow night
Brittany laughed when she saw the message, complaining about the ‘strict bass‘ to his face–that’s funny!
Entary finished cooking dinner just as Isaac came home.
“Back home, let’s eat”
Isaac gave a nod, noticing Brittany sitting by the dining table and dropping his briefcase.
He walked over pulling out a bank card.
What’s tha
“Your living expenses.”
Their manage might be a sham, but she’s still doing all the cooking and grocery shopping. It’s only fair she got compensated
Brittany didn’t hesitate: “Once I get paid this month, il cover some of the rent”
Whatever you want.”
After dinner, Bany retreated to her room
She needed a dress for a dinner party but she didn’t have one, and cash was tight. Renting one was the only opti
The next day, after work, Hannah took Brittany to their usual luxury store
Botany had intended to rent a dress, but Hannah stopped her.
“You’re my friend I can’t have you renting a dress buy one for you
She picked a silver white long dress for Brittany. The dress perfectly showcased her stunning figure, her waist so slim that seemed as if it could be grasped with one hand. Her skin was as smooth as cream and as soft as sik..
Hannah complimented, “th, you’re the most beautiful person I’ve ever seen Promise me you’t wear this dress often okay?”
Flattered, Binary blushed and said, “Alright, let’s go.”
Hannah chose a black strapless jumpsuit her usual style
They drove over to the Field family’s mansion Brittany was preoccupied, contemplating how to face Loran
Upon arriving at the Field family’s place, Patrina and Finn were already there.
Fim was surprised to see Brittany gave her a scornfullbok
Brittany stepped out of the car, her dress billowing
Herlong
was held by an agate hapin, and her features were delicate and cleat
Finn had seen Brittany’s bedly before, but she seemed different tonight
Although her face remained the same, she seemed to have transformed eight
Like a praldusted off, she shone brilliantly
feminine charm. The moment she raised her eyes to look his way, Finn felt neus
Paranoid has odd behaar biting her kp. Thinking What else can this woman, Brittany do besides attract men? Is she married to another
Finn, my sister has become more beautiful. No wonder she can do business with Mr. Turley”
She was emanding Firm that Brittany had been played out by others.
The next second, the awe in Fion’s eyes was replaced by disgust.
“Brittany how shameless can you be?”
Seping Ham, Brittany was annoyed.
Hariah chuckled and said. Firm, you’re the
Patrias good looking as Brittany and wasn’t as capable her
the ridiculous galliend you’ve chosen?”
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The Dustin family’s taste was questionable they dnched Brittany for such a pathetic momani
Patriated red, tears welling up in her eyes
Binitary adjusted her dress and said, Parna, don’t forget what you promised.”
Hannah look her hand and said, “Let’s go in
As they walked away, Patrina bit her lip hard. At that moment, she saw Loraine coming downstats
Lorane was swool as she was three years ago.
She stepped forward, greeting her awkwardly. ‘Ms. Firls, it’s been three years. How have you been?”
Lorame seemed to have forgotten Patrina “You MET”
Tim Pairina” she paused, “And three years ago, at the jewelry design competition, my sister Bintany plagianized your design. She’s here tonight, said warded to talk to you”
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