Chapter 367
Lemira had this niggling feeling that she’d dined at Bistrova before. It was Thaddeus who had footed the bill last time they visited that establishment. Orion, feeling slightly guilty for once, managed a strained response. “Yeah, it’s the same place we hit up before.” After all, it was Thaddeus’ treat.
Lemira nodded. “I knew that name rang a bell.”
Evelina covered her mouth to stifle a laugh. “Oh, cut the act, you two. You only went to some knock-off version of Bistrova, not the real deal I was talking about. Given your status as a mere school doctor, I doubt you could afford a meal there.” Evelina had walked in just now, spotting Lemira with a man, and couldn’t resist joining them. Sure enough, it was Lemira with that broke school doctor.
Thankfully, Lemira was still hanging out with that loser, leaving no room for Evelina to swoop in on Dorian. That gave Evelina some peace of mind.
Lemira’s fair face took on a frosty expression. “It’s just a meal. Are you starving for attention or what?”
“Why are you getting so worked up, Lemira? I just want your boyfriend to treat you better. Skip these dive bars and at least aim for a decent diner.” Evelina was in high spirits, finally having something to hold over Lemira. At the very least, her boyfriend was loaded. But Lemira’s boyfriend was just a broke school doctor, doomed to be a pauper for life!
“Evelina, with your pea brain, can you even appreciate good food?” Lemira retorted before grabbing Orion’s wrist. “Let’s go.” There was no need to stick around for Evelina’s babbling. Orion glanced down but didn’t resist, quietly following Lemira out of the diner.
Evelina, still somewhat resentful, followed them out. “Tough times running away from home, huh, Lemira? If you’re strapped for cash, just say the word.”
Temira turned around. “Why don’t you focus on cozying up to your boyfriend? After all, his mam isn’t someone to mess with.” In this life, Evelina hadn’t stolen her glory or achieved anything noteworthy. So how was the scheming girl going to win over Dorian’s tough mother? That seemed unlikely.
Evelina stomped her foot in frustration. How did Lemira know Dorian’s mother didn’t like her? She had even bought a gift for Dorian’s mother, only for it to be returned the next day with a not-so-polite message saying they wouldn’t accept items of unclear origin. It was clear she wasn’t liked.
Fuming, Evelina’s face contorted with anger. She was determined to marry into the Draven family, become a society lady, and forever outshine Lemira.
Beep beep, Dorian pulled up in his sports car, honking. Evelina jogged over, flashing an innocent smile. “You made it.”
“Who were you talking to, taking forever to come over?”
“Oh, I ran into Lemira and her boyfriend. I thought they had broken up, but they’re still together. Lemira sure is loyal.” To think she’d come to a place as upscale as Orvin and still not ditch that penniless boyfriend. Ridiculously stupid.
Dorian’s gaze drifted to the alley, curious about what Lemira’s boyfriend looked like. To be into someone like Lemira, known for her fiery temper, was his taste off? He caught a glimpse of Lemira and the tall figure beside her. Dorian felt a sense of familiarity but couldn’t place it immediately. It seemed improbable!
Suddenly, Evelina covered Dorian’s eyes, a hint of jealousy in her voice. “What are you looking at?”