In a sharp retort, she countered, I doubt youve ever had a blind date yourself.
Just as Lance was poised to respond, the mobile phone resting on the table abruptly chimed with an incoming call.
In a hushed tone, he raised a hand in a gesture of silence, then answered the call, his voice adopting a softer cadence. Whats going on, Keilani?
Keilani was a girls name.
Bettie remained uncertain about the nature of their conversation over the phone. She observed Lance Listening attentively before reassuring her, Dont fret. Ill return in a few days and bring you some gifts. Alright then. Bye.
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Concluding the call, he placed the phone back on the table and cast an amiable smile in Betties direction. You were saying?
Nothing, Bettie replied, her eyebrows raised as curiosity got the better of her. Your girlfriend?
A grin tugged at his lips as he scrutinized Bettie intently, opting not to deny it.
Bettie sighed wistfully, remarking, Alas, I cant fathom why shes so besotted to fall in Love with you.
Observing Betties effortless grace, devoid of any traces of envy, Lance pressed his lips together, indulging in a measured sip of water.
Keilani often received accolades for her discernment, he remarked.
Insincere praise, Bettie scoffed and retorted.
Lance found himself rendered speechless.
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The waitstaff commenced their choreographed ballet of serving, presenting an opulent bottle of wine alongside the culinary delights.
With a deft flourish, Bettie unfurled the wines secrets, allowing its crimson essence to cascade into a glass, then another for Lance.
Though Lance abstained, Bettie, on the other hand, indulged in two glasses with fervor.
Observing her persistent inclination for the elixir, he gently interjected, Perhaps, its wise not to overindulge.
She retorted, devoid of pleasantries, Its none of your business.
Pouring herself another glass, she remained determined. Just as she was poised to savor the next sip, Lance playfully teased, an air of self-assuredness in his tone, Could it be you are jealous knowing that I have a girlfriend?
Bettie paused as if she had heard a joke. Jealous? Me, jealous of you? Are you kidding me? Dont flatter yourself!
Then why the excessive drinking?
I have my reasons, unrelated to you.