Chapter 377

“What’s up?” Declan didn’t even flinch at the interruption.

“Lila called me out. Drop me off up ahead,” Elizabeth pointed forward.

Declan just nodded, “Cool.”

Before hopping out, Elizabeth gave Kyle a nod. “Mr. Brooks, hope you and my dad hit it off. Catch you later.”

Kyle gave a slight smile, “Yeah, see ya.”

The door shut. Elizabeth hurried off to her meet-up.

Little did she know, Kyle, who’d been on the fence about teaming up with the Percy Group, finally decided to go for it.

At the bar, Elizabeth slipped into a black dress, her hair thrown up in a messy bun, showing off her neck. She grabbed a drink and scanned the crowd, finding Lila chilling in a corner, glued to her phone.

Elizabeth raised an eyebrow, sauntered over with her drink, and teased, “Hey gorgeous, flying solo? Wanna join me for a drink?”

Lila’s head shot up at Elizabeth’s voice. They shared a grin.

Lila groaned, “That’s so cheesy.”

Elizabeth just shrugged, swirling her drink. “Miss me?”

“I’m telling you, I’m thinking of teaming up with Joseph,” Lila said.

Elizabeth nodded. “Sweet. I also checked out the Stewart Group’s new beauty line. Totally your vibe. It’s gonna blow up!”

“Elizabeth, that’s not the point,” Lila said.

Elizabeth raised an eyebrow, puzzled.

“From what I’ve seen, Joseph’s a solid guy. Seriously, why not give him a shot?” Lila frowned. As a good friend, she wanted Elizabeth to find someone good. If needed, she’d play matchmaker. But Elizabeth felt nothing for Joseph. Elizabeth was blunt; she only saw Joseph as a buddy.

“Lila, I can’t fall for him,” Elizabeth said honestly.

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Lila was quiet for a few seconds and sighed. “Elizabeth, be real with me about Alexander.”

Hearing Alexander’s name, Elizabeth shot back, “Just cause I can’t fall for someone else doesn’t mean I’m still hung up on Alexander.”

Lila frowned, looking conflicted.

Elizabeth continued, “Lila, I’m not going back. Alexander and I are done.”

“Alright, our Elizabeth deserves better!” Lila hugged her. “Screw Alexander. Let him rot! Elizabeth, remember, he’s not not into you; you dumped him! Forget it. Let’s drink.” Lila raised her glass and clinked it with Elizabeth’s.

After a bit, they leaned on each other.

Lila said, “Elizabeth, I gotta tell you something.”

“Yeah, what?” Elizabeth replied.

Lila’s eyes were a bit glassy. She leaned in and whispered, “Actually, back in college, Alexander…”

Lila’s breathing got heavy. Elizabeth turned to her, sensing something was off. Lila felt hot. Elizabeth frowned and quickly touched her own forehead. Her temperature was normal. Elizabeth looked at Lila’s empty glass and quickly sniffed it. Something was definitely off.