With a sweet grin, one lady remarked, “We haven’t had the chance to extend our best wishes. It seems there’s talk of an upcoming engagement with Alick. Congratulations!”
“Indeed,” another chimed in.
“Back in school, you two were an item.
We used to wonder if you’d tie the knot someday. Look, our prediction has become a reality!”
Lydia remained silent, opting to disregard the attempts at engagement from others. She secluded herself in a corner, her attention fixed on her phone.
Her demeanor left no doubt about her disinterest in the social event.
Upon Lydia’s arrival, her silence and frosty expression cast a veil of discomfort over everyone.
Alick, close by, did not contribute to reducing the tension.
Eventually, their former class president intervened, saying, “It’s natural for Lydia to feel out of touch after so many years. Let’s enjoy our time and give Lydia and Alick a moment to reconnect!”
His words rekindled the festive atmosphere that had briefly dimmed.
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Oblivious to her surroundings, Lydia didn’t notice Alick inching closer.
“These are our former classmates, and you seem distant. Why is that?” he whispered, his breath tickling her ear and causing her to recoil, clutching her phone.
Lydia, hands cupping her ears, glared at Alick.
“What are you doing, Alick? Keep your distance! Back off!”
Alick’s grin only broadened at her alarm.
“I never realized you were so skittish, almost like a little rabbit.
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“Shut up! Don’t make me feel worse, okay?” Lydia scanned the room warily, phone gripped tightly, before addressing Alick.
“Let’s set the record straight. I will neither be engaged nor married to you!
Is this reunion just a ploy to announce our engagement? Once it’s out, I can’t escape, can I?”
Firmly, Lydia declared, “Hear me, Alick! It’s not going to happen!”
Lydia’s words were firm, but Alick’s smile persisted.
“Remember, your brother’s 30 million debt was cleared by my family.”
Amidst the room’s clamor, Alick’s voice cut through, leaving Lydia thunderstruck.
Her stunned expression seemed to align with Alick’s anticipation.