“Miss Moore, congratulations. You’re single once again.”
Hannah shot Eliana a brief look before turning away. She bent her head, intending to hail a taxi through her phone.
“Miss Moore, didn’t you come by car? Why not let Declan drive you home? We’re not busy at the moment, are we?”
Declan gave Hannah a confirming glance.
“Where would you like to go?
I can take you.”
Abruptly, Hannah scoffed, sizing them up.
“You’re in the mood to offer me a ride? You might want to save on gas; you’ve just lost 20% of the stock, after all.”
Eliana’s expression turned somber instantly. She feigned a smile and said, “You know, Miss Moore, I think we could be friends. Besides, you’ve been such a help with Declan during my absence. By the way…
She added, her smile widening, “Declan and I are getting engaged. Our engagement party is set for early next month, and we’d love for you to come. I hope any tension between you and Declan won’t persist because of me.”
“I’m tied up then. But for his next engagement to another woman, I’ll make sure to attend.”
With that, Hannah climbed into a waiting taxi, indifferent to Eliana’s discolored face.
The online gossip that had been circulating lately ceased when those responsible for spreading the rumors got legal notices.
Interest in the issue waned, but Hannah’s Twitter followers multiplied, growing from fifty thousand to over two hundred thousand.
Hannah shook her head, amused yet not surprised. People just loved drama.
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Just as she was scrolling through Facebook, her phone buzzed. It was a call from Grace, which she picked up reflexively.
Through the phone, Grace’s playful voice could be heard.
“Hey Hannah, can you make that Mexican dish of yours? I’ve lost my appetite lately. My allergic reaction has long gone, but my brother keeps pushing bland food on me. Can you help?”
Hannah could almost visualize Grace’s pleading eyes.
“Listen to your brother. You just got better. No spicy food for you.”
Grace responded in a gentle voice, “I promise, it’s okay. Just a bit, please?”
“Alright, fine,” Hannah sighed, amused by Grace’s antics.
“I don’t have classes tomorrow afternoon. I’ll pick up some ingredients and cook for you.”
“Awesome!” Grace’s voice was cheerful.