Chapter 232
Chapter 232:
Cedric glanced at Daniela, who stated crisply, “Well, are you going to speak up or not? Because if you aren't, I'm
heading back inside.”
Daniela’s tolerance for Alexander was wearing thin.
“Yes,” Alexander responded, his voice tinged with unease. As Daniela pivoted to leave, he reached out, grasping
her arm.
“Daniela, you can’t have it both ways—spending twith Cedric while you're seeing me.”
Her expression turned to one of surprise at his accusation.
“First off, whatever's happening between Cedric andisn’t your damn concern. And Alexander, what makes
you think I'm seeing you? Besides, do you honestly think you're someone I'd consider?”
With a sour expression, Alexander shot back, “You once told| could treat you well.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDaniela arched an eyebrow, her laugh echoing with derision.
“You're really adept at embarrassing yourself. | told you that you could be kind, and that as an adult, you're
responsible for your own actions. | have no interest in managing your fantasies. Don’t let your imagination get
the better of you—it will only lead to disappointment. And weren't you completely smitten with Joyce? You
divorcedto be with her. | can’t fathom why, now that you're both unattached, you aren't pursuing her. Why
chere to hasslein the dead of night? Tell me, why is that?” Her voice dripped with scorn and mockery,
each word more pointed than the last.
Alexander paused, his fists clenched, a surge of frustration building within him.
“I don’t care for Joyce anymore. Daniela, would you ever think about givinga shot?”
Daniela let out a soft chuckle, clearly entertained.
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“It’s not entirely out of the question.”
As soon as the words left her mouth, Cedric’s eyes narrowed, a sharp contraction of his pupils betraying his
shock. He swiveled his head to gaze at Daniela.
Ecstatic, Alexander couldn't contain himself and blurted out, “You mean it?” Bursting with enthusiasm, he moved
forward, nudging Cedric aside without a second thought.
“Daniela, is this true? You actually want to be with me?”
With a faint, almost bitter smile, Daniela tilted her head slightly.
“After all the tI've spent pursuing you, it would be a waste if | didn’t at least consider your change of heart,
wouldn't it?”
Her expression remained impassive as Alexander, brimming with joy, eagerly agreed, “Yes, exactly!” Meanwhile,
Lillian and Ryan observed from the sidelines, their faces mirroring their confusion.
Cedric, usually so composed and astute, stood a short distance away, his hands balling into fists.
Under normal circumstances, he might have discerned the lack of sincerity in Daniela’s smile and realized the
truth behind her words.
However, overwhelmed by emotion, he was far from his usual calm self.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmA crushing weight settled in his chest, his mind spinning in chaos.
“Daniela, | swear | have no feelings for Joyce anymore. If you doubt me, I'll prove it to you right now.” Not
bothering to think twice, Alexander hastily dialed Joyce's number, eagerly setting his phone to speaker as it
began to ring.
The call from Alexander caught Joyce off guard, yet her voice brimmed with an unexpected happiness when she
picked up.
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