After ten minutes, Lander returned, the irritation still visible on his face. “Sorry, I didn’t know she was coming,” Lander said apologetically. “I hope you won’t take her words too much to heart.”Eloise answered directly, “Lander, she likes you, and you’re important to her. Of course she’d feel hurt if we keep in contact. If you want to try being with her, then be serious about it. Don’t string her along just to please someone else. You’ll only waste her time, and it hurts more than you think.”She didn’t really have to say it, but she didn’t want Michelle to be the one to end up hurt.Lander froze. He stayed quiet for a few moments before replying, “I know.”They were about the same age, but Eloise carried herself with more maturity and deeper thought. Lander knew deep down that he wasn’t worthy of her.After dinner, Eloise went home. On the way, she passed by a cake shop and, on impulse, bought a few small cakes.The villa was quiet as usual. Teresa greeted her like always and as
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