Bonnie ate the piece of fish on his fork and said, “Mmm. It’s tasty.”
Ivor was ecstatic that she was playing along. His lips curled into a big smile. Then, he put more food on her plate and said, “These tastes great too.”
She ate all of them gracefully while he stared at her with love. It was as if they were both enshrouded in a bubble.
Eloise was gnashing her teeth so hard that she could’ve broken them. Needless to say, her face turned red with fury. She had tried her best to swallow her feelings, but she just couldn’t stand it anymore. In the end, she shot up from her seat.
Bonnie and Ivor heard the sound and looked at Eloise.
Bonnie feigned concern. “What’s the matter, Eloise? Are you not feeling well?”
Eloise thought to herself, ‘Exactly! Both my eyes and my heart don’t feel well!’ However, she forced a smile and pretended to be courteous.
“I’m fine. It has just occurred to me that I needed to handle some matters. So, I’ll be taking my leave now. Enjoy the meal, guys.”
Bonnie nodded in understanding. Then, she looked at Ivor. “Why don’t you send Eloise back home?”
Signs of hope surfaced in Eloise’s expression. She looked at him pitifully.
‘I know Bonnie suggested it, and I have no idea what she’s playing at. However, it means getting some alone time with Ivor. After all, nothing matters more than my love for him.’
He frowned. Just as he was about to say something, she spoke first. “I’ll gladly take up the offer, then.” With that, she turned to Ivor and said, “Thanks for sending me home, Ivor.”
He turned to Bonnie, who was staring at Eloise with a blank expression.
“Wait, I’ve changed my mind. After all, you guys are childhood friends, and you did try to take advantage of my fiancé earlier. What will I do if you succumb to your lust while driving? You might take your dress off and seduce him…”
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