Chapter 160:
After confirming that Skyla was genuinely indifferent to the Juarez familyâs dilemma, Harlee relaxed. They started unwrapping the gifts, but soon a close friend called Skyla away.
Before leaving, Skyla recommended that Harlee visit the Grace Lounge in the southern suburbs.
Harlee was curious.
It wasnât until she sat by the window half an hour later that she realized Skylaâs intent. In the corner sat Brenton and a young woman wearing plain black-framed glasses, trying to appear unremarkable.
Harlee felt distinctly uncomfortable.
Normally, bumping into Brenton on a blind date would warrant only a brief greeting.
But who would have guessed his date was his former girlfriend from years back? Harlee had heard about their passionate past, including jokes about their intense intimate moments, which made her blush.
Brenton had quite the adventurous youth.
Worried she might overhear something inappropriate and end up in an awkward situation, Harlee swiftly stood up, walked outside, and then re-entered the venue, pretending to arrive just then. She casually greeted Brenton as she passed by.
âHey, Brenton, what a coincidence to see you here.â
Brenton was there only because Skyla had pressured him. Skyla had laid down the rule: go on the date or get married tomorrow. With no real choice, Brenton showed up somewhat reluctantly.
He intended to eat quickly and leave, but he was surprised to find his date was the woman he had never quite forgotten.
As Brenton listened to his ex-girlfriend reminisce about their past, he couldnât help but smile.
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However, the sudden interruption broke the flow of their conversation.
âYou should go see your friends. They must be waiting for you,â Brenton suggested, viewing Harlee as an unwanted distraction from his nostalgic encounter.
His ex-girlfriend, Emery Schultz, looked intently at Harlee.
âAre you his sister?â
Harlee nodded.
âHi, Iâm Harlee, Brentonâs sister.â She felt the need to clear that up before Brenton became visibly upset. Who would have thought Brenton could show such tenderness?
Emery and Brenton were classmates in college. She had fallen for him instantly during a school sports event and chased him for six months before he reciprocated. They shared a sweet relationship for three years.
After graduation, one pursued a career while the other decided to study abroad, leading to their separation for almost ten years.
Emery was actually here doing a favor for a friend, planning to sabotage the date by making herself look less appealing, but she never expected her friendâs date to be her ex. When Emery noticed Harlee by their table, she had assumed Harlee was Brentonâs new love interest.
But once she realized Harlee was his sister, her anxiety eased, although she wasnât sure why.
Emery smiled, showing off her even teeth.
âYour sister is quite beautiful, Brenton.â
âThank you, and youâre stunning as well, my dear future sister-in-law,â Harlee responded with a graceful smile.
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