Inside the bedroom, Victoria lay in the center of the bed. Evangeline was on her left, Nate on the other side. Everyone stared up at the ceiling. "I never thought I would become this close to someone before," Victoria murmured, holding Evangeline's hand tightly."Anyone can be friends with you. You are the best person in my life," Evangeline replied, watching the ceiling, but her mind was still a whirlwind from the unknown message, and she forced her smile."Just stop! Don't exaggerate. You are a kind and warm-hearted one. "Victoria said and hugged her tightly. "Good night, sweety." She closed her eyes quickly and a smile still on her face."Good night," Evangeline whispered. Again, Evangeline's phone buzzed, and her heart raced fast as she turned towards the table. Slowly took her phone from the table, holding her breath. She glanced at the display. Evangeline sat up, and her eyes widened, looking at the message from the same unknown number. Her hands trembling in fear, what will it
"Oppa... I am going to dance class. I can't deal with this little one. " Seo-Yeon murmured as she shrugged into her overcoat and snatched the keys from the stand.From the kitchen, Evangeline chuckled, placing her hand on her mouth, trying to lean against the wall. Ha-Joon held her hand and helped her sit. "Seo-Yeon, it's already nine... You don't need to act like you never cared." Evangeline called out, a playful challenge in her voice. "Just admit it!" Angry, mixed, sharp footsteps echoed towards the kitchen. "Dream it!" Seo-Yeon declared, holding her hands up in a dismissive, boss-like gesture."I'm sorry, Pinky. "Evangeline pleaded, her voice softening, a hint of genuine hurt. "We left you because you had practice... we called, but the line didn't reach you."Seo-Yeon's brows arched, a judging gaze shifting between Evangeline and Ha-Joon. "Eve? Now the bait time..." she muttered, a smirk playing on her lips. Then, louder, she stated, "If you feel bad for that evening, then you bo
Nate's confident grin spread as he held the knife and fork. "I am the one who's going to beat you two. I know Eve is easy, but Vic is kind of an opponent to me," he teased, a sarcastic lilt in his voice.Evangeline's confident posture faltered, her smile replaced by a gaping stare. "No... I can beat," she began, but Victoria cut her off.A cruel smile played on her lips, her brows arching into a challenge. "What bet can we make?""Bet?" Evangeline whispered, watching Victoria in confusion."Yes.... "Victoria replied, a glint in her eye. "It makes the game more interesting and fun. Why are you guys afraid of losing?""Huh? Afraid? "Nate smirked as she chucked his head. "I am ready..." he said confidently.Both Victoria and Nate turned to Evangeline, their gazes expectant. After a beat, she gave a hesitant "Okay."Victoria added a mild spice sauce to both the vegan and chicken wings. "First bite," she murmured, taking a piece and chewing slowly, her eyes closing in apparent enjoyment.
Victoria removed her sunglasses and looked over the sleek glass of the transparent design company. "Nice, Eve. Your brother has better taste than you," she playfully remarked as she stepped out of the car with an air of confidence.Evangeline's hands were trembling to hide her nervousness; she adjusted her hair and touched up her makeup, then let out a deep breath as she gripped the door. Before she unlocked the door, Nate gently placed his veiny big palm covered hers. Her heart skipped a beat at his touch. She slowly turned; her eyes met his. "I am sorry if my sister did anything forceful. I think she wants you to be happy and have fun," he said with a small, genuine smile."Hmm. I know, Nate. She is an amazing person. I like her. "Evangeline assured with a smile and gently removed Nate's hand and unlocked the door. With a bright smile, she walked towards the Victoria.Something is bothering me, but why? Even though it's a mission but I felt bad for her. She doesn't deserve this. A k
Evangeline chuckled gently, "They were on leave for 10 days. They will be back next week," she answered, glancing at them with a lit mood reflecting on her face."Who's this? Is that your brother?" Victoria asked, holding the photo frame, her gaze fixed on the Image of Max and Evangeline's childhood photo."Yup," Evangeline nodded with a casual shrug. "Do you want to see my childhood photos..." she asked, her voice happy."Yeah..." Victoria nodded her head fast. Evangeline opened her cupboard and carefully pulled out the leather-bound photo album, its weight settling heavily in her hands. She placed it on the bed. She turned to her first page, showing a one-year-old baby with a cute smile on her face."Wow, you look pretty, Eve.... you have beautiful eyes," Victoria exclaimed as she immediately took a snap of the image. "I am going to post this on my IG." "Who's this?" Nate pointed to a photo of Maxmillian, holding a skateboard with a bright smile."This is Max, my brother, he was 4
"Huh?" Evangeline whispered, her brow furrowed in confusion as she watched Victoria and Nate.Victoria's voice dropped, laced with concern. "You've been missing for a week. No more classes, not attending any calls, no texts. We thought..." She trailed off, glancing at Nate with an eye wink to give a signal. "We thought... you'd been kidnapped? Is that right, Nate?" Nate's gaze remained fixed on Victoria's wet blouse, unblinking. Victoria nudged him with her foot. "Nate... Nate...." she whispered, trying to snap him out of it.Evangeline looks nervously, shifting gaze between Nate and Victoria as she adjusts her blouse in her trembling hands, "Umm, no... I just mean I felt stressed, and I was not on the phone..."Before, Victoria cut in, her tone lightening to diffuse the tension. "It's okay.... Eve. I am just kidding. I miss your presence," she said as her hands wrapped her in a tight embrace. "Though, standing out here... not exactly an invitation to come in, is it?""Oh! No.... I a