Chapter 18

The Jeffries family owned a villa located on Mount Chanterre. The place was mostly deserted, yet it was lively and bustling there on a Tuesday night. The young men and women in Estelle's circle of friends had received her invitation and showed up at the place punctually. Once they stepped through the door, the guests exchanged furtive glances when they noticed how the hall was decorated to look like a wedding venue. Everybody wondered whether Estelle was getting engaged that day and who her fiancé might be. They scanned the hall but could not find any signs of the young boyfriend Estelle had introduced to everyone recently. Eventually, everyone directed their gaze to Jared, who wore a stunning suit. The guests whispered among themselves. "While things are better when they're new, the same may not apply to people. It seems Ms. Jeffries has ended up choosing her first love." "Her pitiful ex probably has no idea why he's been dumped." Jared had a pleased look in his eyes as he pick