Novel1Chapter 170 Evangeline was blindsided by Walter's response.
"Absolutely. But letgive you one last piece of advice." Walter's voice was cold, a clear warning laced within. "We're still married, Evangeline. If I catch you messing around with another guy before we're through, you can't say I didn't warn you!" Walter had thrown that threat at her more than once. The first couple of times, Evangeline was just confused. After hearing it over and over though, she did not even have the energy to retort.
She knew Walter never trusted her, not even after she accidentally gave him the most special night of her life. What was the point in explaining anything to a guy who refused to believe? She thought to herself, 'I know I'm clean, and that's all that matters. The ache in her heart for Walter disappeared in a flash, and she found no reason to stick around.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBang! She slammed the door behind her and stormed out.
Walter's face turned pitch black with rage, his hands balled into fists, and he took out his frustration by furiously pounding on the bed.
Evangeline did not make it huntil the crack of dawn, and the whole Walter situation kept her tossing and turning all night. However, her uncles had pulled out all the stops for her birthday party, and she could not let them down. Sporting a pair of massive dark circles, she fought off the urge to crawl back into bed and planted herself in front of her table. Her makeup artist, flown in by her uncle Yale from Francoria just for the occasion, was a big deal in the beauty world. It was clear her uncles were going all out for this party. She would have preferred something low-key, but she could not say no under Cole's hopeful gaze. At long last, the makeup artist flashed a pleased grin at Evangeline's reflection in the mirror. She breathed a sigh of relief; the grueling beauty regimen was finally over.
Cole and the uncles were all gathered outside, buzzing with excitement for the start of the Foster family's little princess's birthday bash.
Evangeline was just about to head downstairs when her phone buzzed to life.
The ndancing on the screen sent a flutter through her heart.
Chapter 170 +25 BONUS She answered, and Alex's voice, smooth as honey, greeted her.
"Happy birthday, my little Evie. Keep an eye out; the present I picked out for you is on its way." Alex was always a gentleman with a playful streak, serious but with a spark that could light up any gloomy day. He had a knack for making Evangeline's spirits soar.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Alex, are you coming back?" She clung to the memory of their last call when he promised to be there for her birthday.
The present was here, but he was not. Disappointment welled up inside her.
"I got tied up with something, but how about I make it up to you with an extra-special birthday do-over when I'm back?" Alex's voice was full of regret and a warmth that nearly brought tears to Evangeline's eyes.
She could sense Alex's regret for not being there and the tiredness he tried to hide. So, with a smile in her voice, Evangeline replied. "Alright.'lèn waiting for you. She had never shown this playful side to Walter- she never had the chance. Just then, an attendant stepped forward with a gift box wrapped up like a treasure. Evangeline did not hesitate to open it and see what was inside.
There stood a white dress, its fabric swirling with elaborate designs, each stitch sparkling with pearls and gems. Every inch of it screamed luxury, making it clear this dress was worth a small fortune.
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