Chapter 63
Shelmaine continued, “So don’t let him in. And if he comes again, just tell him I’m not here”
“Boss.It was just a random question. Don’t scare me like that… Beatrix was startled.
“I’m not trying to scare you. He really is my ex–husband. It feels a little embarrassing to say it out loud.” Shelmaine laughed self–mockingly.
“I didn’t mean to offend you. I wasn’t trying to be rude, and I was just asking out of curiosity…”
“I understand, I don’t blame you for that. It doesn’t hurt to ask ”
Shelmine wasn’t too bothered, but she did get a little serious in repeating her reminder. “But I’m serious about not letting him in next time. It wasn’t a pleasant divorce.” “Is that true?” Beatrix’s eyes widened.
“Yes. Otherwise, why do you think I moved the office? It was to avoid him.”
“Got it I promise I won’t let them in again. I swear, Boss!”
Shelmaine smiled. “Good. Do you have time tonight? How about having dinner together?”
“Is it your treat?” Beatrix asked.
“Yeah, it sure is.”
“Great! That’s awesome!” Beatrix was so excited she almost started hopping around in circles.
Shrimaine took Beatrix out for dinner at 8:00 pm. They booked a private room at a restaurant.
Since she was pregnant and there were many foods she couldn’t eat, they decided on a buffet. There were plenty of dishes to choose from and they suited Beatrix’s taste perfectly. Beatrix eagerly took pictures and posted them on her Instagram, habitually sharing her location and daily life
Meanwhile, Shelmaine texted Isabelle on WhatsApp, who kept bringing up Julien and asking if Shelmaine had considered giving him a chance. It could serve as a form of security. Shelmaine stock to her stance and refused. She was quite stubborn and even rejected meeting Julien to avoid any awkwardness.
Isabelle finally gave up after a few attempts to persuade her
Shelmaine knew she meant well, but there were some people she just couldn’t get involved with again.
They waited by the side of the road after their meal, but Julien showed up before their cab arrived. Sering Julien, Shelmaine pretended not to notice and looked away.
Julien got out of his car and walked straight toward her, saying, “What a coincidence! Have you two finished eating?”
Beatrix glanced awlowardly between Shrimane and Julien, debating whether to greet him. She decided against it after a moment’s thought. Shelmine was more important to her When Shelmaine couldn’t keep up with feigning ignorance anymore, she had to face him and say, “Hi Mr. Gallagher.”
Julien replied, “I thought you’d never want to speak to me again.”
“That’s exactly what I was thinking”
“Don’t act on it.”
Shelmine was at a loss for words to respond. Beatrix standing nearby felt like shipping the two of them together, and she stifled a laugh.
Julien remained positive. “Come on, get in my car. It’s hard to find a cab here.” “Are you following me?” Shelmaine frowned, not sure what to
