Chapter 452
In a bash, everyone was glued to the person behind Kieran, including Elizabeth. She set her wine glass down and immediately recognized the familiar figure. Who else could it be but Ivan?
Elizabeth squinted and gave a faint smile. Ivan was quite the busy bee; he’d just gotten back from abroad and was already hitting up the party scene. Alexander and Esme turned around at the same time, spotting Kiera and Ivan heading their way. The three of them started catching up. Elizabeth noticed Esme’s eyes practically sparkling as she looked at Ivan.
Elizabeth took a moment to size up the three guys, each handsome in their own way. Alexander had that brooding, steady kind of handsomeness, a bit rogue and a bit aloof. Kieran was the golden boy. Ivan, on the other hand, had a gentler vibe. With the three of them standing together, it was no wonder people slowed down to take a second look. They were definitely eye-catching.
While Elizabeth was observing, she suddenly locked eyes with someone. She squinted and saw that person smile and nod slightly. Elizabeth raised an eyebrow; it was Ivan. He actually greeted her.
Alexander noticed Ivan’s gesture and followed his gaze, seeing only Elizabeth sitting in the distance. Alexander thought, Ivan knows Elizabeth? When did that happen? Or is he greeting someone else?
Elizabeth sensed Alexander watching her and just looked away. Kieran suddenly said to Alexander, “I’m gonna go say hi to Elizabeth.” Alexander shot him a disdainful look, but Kieran just grinned. “I’ve got something important to ask.”
“I’ll go with you,” Ivan chimed in unexpectedly. Kieran looked a bit surprised. Alexander then realized Ivan was indeed greeting Elizabeth earlier. So when did these two meet? Didn’t Ivan just get back yesterday?
Alexander watched as the two walked side by side towards Elizabeth, chatting and laughing. Ivan sat next to Elizabeth, grabbed a glass of champagne, and lightly clinked it with hers.
Ivan was being very courteous to Elizabeth. Alexander squinted and thought, ‘If I remember right, Ivan hates sucking up to people and isn’t into women. So why’s he being so nice to Elizabeth?’
Esme tugged on Alexander’s arm, signaling him not to get distracted. Alexander lowered his head and patted Esme’s head. “Let’s go upstairs.” Esme nodded, but not before sneaking a glance at Elizabeth. Esme had set a big trap for Elizabeth. Esme thought, Tonight’s Elizabeth’s last night in this world. Hope she makes the most of it!
“So you two have met?” Kieran asked, surprised. Ivan nodded. Elizabeth said, “Just once. After all, Mr. Shawn is quite the standout.”
At this point, Elizabeth took a closer look at Ivan. Ivan was indeed very handsome. Maybe she’d seen enough handsome guys back home, and now this new one showed up, making her want to take a few more glances.
“Ms. Percy, if you keep staring at me like that, I might get shy,” Ivan said with a gentle smile. Elizabeth lightly coughed and looked away. Kieran squinted and seemed to catch on to something.