Save Her Lose Us (Evangeline and Soren) novel Chapter 168

The thought that Evangeline would soon have no place at UME made Lily relax a little, indulging in a moment of idleness.

Meanwhile, Giselle was scheming about meeting Glenn again.

Ever since she’d arrived at UME, Glenn had acted as if she didn’t exist. He barely acknowledged her, and whenever she reached out—bringing him coffee or trying to strike up conversation—he always turned her down, keeping her at arm’s length.

She’d read up on dating advice online, and one guide said that while it’s easier for women to pursue men, you can’t just chase relentlessly. After a period of being warm and attentive, you need to pull back and give him space; that way, he’ll start to miss you and value you more.

So, she’d spent the last week doing her best to leave Glenn alone.

But now, by her count, it had been nearly seven days.

After thinking it over, Giselle decided to hold back for another two days. Once Evangeline slipped up in front of Glenn, she’d have her father step in and offer Glenn a much-needed lifeline. Then, she was sure, Glenn would be so grateful he’d fall in love with her.

Just imagining it made Giselle give herself a big mental thumbs-up for her brilliance.

She could already picture Glenn asking her out, proposing to her, walking her down the aisle. Glenn might not have Soren’s family background, but marrying him would never be as humiliating as Evangeline’s situation.

***

In the lab, Evangeline was knee-deep in code when she suddenly sneezed.

Theo glanced at the sky outside; darkness had long since fallen. “Let’s call it a night. We can pick up the rest tomorrow.”

Only then did Evangeline realize it was nearly eleven. She didn’t try to push back.

Working while sick was just punishing her body. No matter how much she wanted to power through and do a perfect job, her body would rebel first—her efficiency would crash, and she’d end up accomplishing nothing.

Unless it was absolutely necessary, she wasn’t the type to waste effort for little return.

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