Chapter 488
"Who's that? She's quite a locker! York Maves gazing in Ellinor's direction, swallowed hard.
Seeing York Maves animated reaction. Haillie chuckled âNot only is that girl a looker, but sheâs a real
hoot! Go chat her up, you're gonna love her!â
York Mayes interest was piqued âA hoot? How so?
Hallie shot him a mischievous grin. Well all those games guys enjoy, she's a whiz at them!â
York Maves stroked his chin almost drooling with excitement, âNice! Patricia, I won't keep you guys,
I'm off to chat up that babe
She had visited Pearl Moon a few times before and always felt a sense of familiarity, but she never
thought much of it.
Only now did she realize that this sense of familianty was because she was once a child of the
Howard family.
What exactly did the Howard family do that forced her mother to flee with her, hide their identity,
and even leave her in the care of an old classmate she hadn't contacted for years while disappearing
with her whereabouts still unknown?
Thinking of her missing mother made Ellinor feel down and her distaste for the Howard family
deepened.
"Hi there, why are you drinking alone?â
Snapping back to reality Ellinor glanced at the man who had approached her. He was wearing a
flashy plaid suit, had average looks, and seemed a bit sleazy
She replied calmly, it's not alcohol, just juiceâ
York Mayes picked up a fancy-looking dessert from the buffet for Ellinor, âAunt Bluna's parties
always have the best sweets. Try this cake, it's delicious.â
âThank you, but I've already had someâ Ellinor declined politely, but her interest was piqued by his
previous statement. âAre you part of the Howard family?â
York Mayes didn't hide it and nodded Yes, I am part of the Howard family!"