Chapter60
Caylee inquired gently, “So, have you and Jaime broken up?”
“Yes, I’ve blocked all his contact information. He should get the message by now.”
Fiona tilted her head, Π hint of curiosity in her voice.“How did
Mariela’s eyes flickered with
hint of scom.1 realized I
you
just
come to this decision
suddenly!”
substitute for the girl he loved”
“What?” Fiona was shocked “That bastard! How dare he treat you like that? He’s not good enough for you at all!”
Caylee’s anger flared up as well“Absolutely! Marie, he doesn’t deserve you!”
Mariela’s eyes remained calm and composed. “It’s done between him and me. Let’s head upstairs; they are waiting for us
They went into the hotel
The manager approached
lead them. “Ms. Logan, M. Garner, M.. Wilcox, please
please come with
the door, gesturing
politely. “This
way, please.”
They followed the manager to a private room on the fourth floor.
slight bow and opened
The
manager gave
By early October, New York was getting cooler.
Because of the chilly weather, Mariela donned a light beige trench coat paired with a light–colored shirt and mid–calf sheepskin heels. Her wavy hair cascaded over her shoulders, making her look aloof and mature.
“Mariela, you’re finally here,” Darryl was the first to greet her. It’s been three years, and you’ve only gotten more stunning.”
Fiona rolled her eyes Darryl, can you stop being so cheesy?”
cheesy, Fiona. It’s just my impeccable social skills.”
Darryl dicked his tongue, feigning offense. That’s not cheesy,
“Boring” Fiona said, tugging Mariela inside. Marie, come on, let’s ignore him.”
Caylee obediently went to sit beside Carsen and greeted him
Carsen nodded in response.
Mariela sat next to Lennon Lenny, sorry for making you wait.”
-Lennon replied, his voice soft, “It’s okay, we just got here too.”
He
a sideways
glance at the girl beside him,
prompting, “Aren’t
you going
hello?
His tone sounded slightly reproachful.
The girl hesitated before speaking reluctantly, “Ms. Logan, hello.*
Lennon looked at her coldly, frowning.
“Who is this?” Mariela asked, tilting her head slightly, her eyes curious.
Lennon’s voice was cold as he said, “My sister, Lauryn Schneider.”
Mariela thought, “Oh, so this is Lauryn, the adopted daughter of the Stark family.”
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