The gathering would be held in the afternoon at one of her high school classmates’ abode, which was not very far away from her home. Without much hesitation, Gabriella agreed to be present.
In the afternoon, Gabriella arrived at the classmate’s house as promised. Just as she entered the house, everyone was captivated by her.
Gabriella was in a low-cut mini dress whereby a large area of her porcelain skin was exposed, and her hourglass figure was accentuated.
Even though the makeup on her face was heavy, she still looked very elegant and graceful.
In her high heels, Gabriella strutted like a peacock and paced into the middle of the crowd.
Even though she was having a hard time recently, Gabriella was still undoubtedly the most eye-catching person among her high school classmates.
Elated, Gabriella enjoyed the instance when all eyes were fixated on her, and it distracted her from all the recent chaos in her life and helped her regain her self-confidence.
Seeing as Gabriella was approaching, those who were engaged in casual chats, especially men, drew themselves closer to her simultaneously. There was a fervently expectant glint glowing in their eyes.
“Gabriella, you’re here. You’re still as beautiful as before.”
“You’ve grown so much prettier, Gabriella. You look so graceful.”
“Have you found a boyfriend? The man who marries you in the future must be one lucky man!”
All the flatteries from everyone around her put a contented smile on Gabriella’s face.
She was still the goddess in everyone’s eyes. Joan, you’re no match for me!
Gabriella’s arrival certainly drove the gathering to its culmination. At that moment, she was surrounded by many of her male classmates. However, seeing that she was nonchalant to everyone, they gradually walked away. Only one man remained at Gabriella’s side, and he was Carl.
The moment Gabriella walked into the house, Carl’s eyes lit up instantly.
Even when they were still in high school, Gabriella had been his dream girl, and he had always wanted to pursue her.
For one, Gabriella was indeed gorgeous and alluring. If he succeeded in courting her, he would be guaranteed a wonderful time with her.
Secondly, the Wards were affluent and powerful. Furthermore, Gabriella was Landon’s only child. If he managed to get Gabriella, it would be as good as getting hold of Ward Group.
Carl came from a rather mediocre family. Therefore, with a rags-to-riches opportunity in front of him, how could he ever let it slip past him?
Unfortunately, even as he racked his brains to please Gabriella, his efforts were in vain, and Gabriella was totally uninterested in him. Hence, he had no choice but to give up in the end.
Meeting Gabriella once again at the gathering, the dissipated desire within him flared up once more. Moreover, Carl had also received news of what happened to Gabriella of late. Knowing that she wasn’t exactly in the best shape, he felt that he was being gifted another chance.
“It’s been a while, Gabriella. I missed you so much. There has never been a minute that I don’t think about you since high school. It’s so good to see you again!” Carl said to Gabriella in a very cringy manner, seemingly desperate to seize this golden opportunity to win her over.
“Carl, it’s been a long time. I appreciate that you still remember me, but just like before, I still have no feelings for you,” Gabriella replied coldly.
You, of all people, are trying to be with me? You’re reaching way above your station.
Gabriella kept that within herself, but the contemptuous look on her face said it all.
“Gabriella, why can’t you just accept me? I’m the person who loves you the most.” Carl didn’t mind Gabriella’s attitude toward him and continued to pester her.
“I told you before that I don’t like you, and I never ever will.”
Gabriella was losing her patience. “Do you understand?”
“How can you be so certain, Gabriella? Interests and feelings can be cultivated over time. You may not like me now, but maybe you will someday.”
Carl chased after Gabriella, unwilling to give up just yet.
“Gabriella, why don’t you just give me a chance? Perhaps you’ll see the good in me later. Gabriella, say something. Are you thirsty? Let me get you a drink, alright?”
