From Ashes of Scandal to His Embrace novel Chapter 122

“Thank you for your wishes. I hope things keep getting better for you too. You should come over whenever you have time. Lise is always talking about you.”

“I will, for sure. I’ll visit when I can.”

When Finn mentioned Lise, everyone nearby shot Laurinda jealous looks, suddenly seeing her in a new light. People couldn’t figure out why, now that Laurinda was just an ordinary girl, she was still treated like a VIP by the Gates family. It just didn’t add up.

Harden stood next to Finn, his eyes glued to Laurinda’s face. Up close, his heart raced. Her skin was so fair that when she lowered her gaze, he could almost see the blue veins on her eyelids. Then she looked up, and her dark eyes sparkled, bright as a whole galaxy. It was impossible to look away.

Adolphus noticed how Harden was staring and slipped his arm tighter around Laurinda’s waist, making it perfectly clear she was with him.

After a few polite words, Laurinda turned to Finn. “Finn, I think the party’s just about over. We’re going to head out.”

Finn tried to stop her, still hoping she’d chat more with Harden. “It’s still early. Why not stay a little longer? Later, you young people can hang out together and relax. My treat.”

Laurinda caught the scheming look in Finn’s eyes and shook her head. “I’ll pass on the after-party. My grandpa’s in the hospital, remember? I might not be an Austin anymore, but I grew up with that family. I finally have time to go see him today.”

The mention of Baily seemed to catch Finn off guard. His face went stiff for a second before he forced a smile.

“You really are kind, Laurinda. After everything the Austins did, you can still let it go and visit him. That just shows how good your heart is. I won’t keep you. Go ahead. I’ll have Harden bring your party favor on Monday, since you two are in the same class.”

“I can give it to her on Sunday,” Harden said suddenly, his voice more assertive than before. “Our class is having a get-together that day.”

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