Chapter 148 Birthday Remembrance\u00a0<\/p>\n
Melinda\u2019s teasing caused Scarlett\u2019s ears to flush crimson.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\u201cMelinda, stop joking around.\u201d Scarlett nudged Melinda\u2019s elbow gently, attempting to maintain a composed expression.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Melinda understood Scarlett wasn\u2019t particularly adventurous in romance, but she couldn\u2019t resist pressing further. \u201cJust consider it, will you? You can\u2019t remain hung up on one person forever. You\u2019ve tried Vincent-why not give someone new a chance? Life becomes monotonous without variety. Besides, he\u2019s the one who betrayed your trust first.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett pressed her lips together, forcing a faint smile. \u201cLet\u2019s change the subject. I\u2019d rather not discuss this anymore.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Recognizing Scarlett\u2019s discomfort, Melinda dropped the matter.\u00a0<\/p>\n
They continued strolling through the evening streets, sampling various local Rivergate delicacies from food stalls.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Around ten o\u2019clock, Melinda finally declared herself tired and ready to return to her hotel.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett drove her to the hotel entrance, but just before Melinda exited the car, she suddenly remembered something. Digging through her bag, she retrieved a small, elegantly wrapped box and handed it to Scarlett. \u201cThis is for you. I remembered your birthday is approaching.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s eyes moistened as she accepted the gift. \u201cThank you, Melinda.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Since marrying Vincent, she had severed ties with the Theron family. Each year, Violet would secretly send birthday wishes and transfer a substantial sum of money.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But beyond Violet, no one else remembered her birthday anymore.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It had been years since Scarlett had properly celebrated the occasion.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Had Melinda not mentioned it, Scarlett would have completely forgotten her twenty-seventh birthday was merely days away.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Melinda understood the sorrow in Scarlett\u2019s heart. She embraced her tightly and advised, \u201cBe kinder to yourself from now on. If someone doesn\u2019t deserve space in your heart, don\u2019t permit them to remain there.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett leaned against her shoulder and murmured, \u201cI will.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Then, somewhat abruptly, she asked, \u201cBy the way, Nolan is also in Rivergate. Don\u2019t you want to see him?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Melinda\u2019s smile faded instantly. She shook her head firmly. \u201cNo. I still remember how thoroughly he rejected my confession.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
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During her final-year internship, Melinda had mustered the courage to confess her feelings to Nolan.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Very few people knew about this incident-Scarlett being among the privileged few.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan had declined her advances, stating he wasn\u2019t interested in dating at that time.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After that rejection, Melinda had never contacted Nolan again.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett respected Melinda\u2019s decision. \u201cAlright, I won\u2019t pressure you to meet him.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Melinda stepped out of the car, stood by the door, and told Scarlett, \u201cDrive safely now. Message me when you arrive home.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t return to Ravenshade Villa until eleven that night.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Assuming Vanessa would already be asleep, she moved quietly upstairs, minimizing any noise.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But when she opened Vanessa\u2019s bedroom door, she found the bed empty.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A wave of panic washed over Scarlett. She checked Vincent\u2019s room-still no sign of Vanessa.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing the commotion upstairs, Lily hurried up to investigate.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing Scarlett\u2019s distressed expression, Lily quickly explained, \u201cMrs. Stewart, Mr. Clarke took Vanessa out this evening. It was under Mr. Stewart\u2019s instructions.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett breathed a sigh of relief but pressed further, \u201cWhere did Abbott take Vanessa?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Lily thought momentarily before responding, \u201cSince it was Mr. Stewart\u2019s arrangement, I didn\u2019t inquire specifically. But from what Mr. Clarke mentioned, I believe they went to meet with Mr. Stewart.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett understood immediately. They weren\u2019t merely visiting Vincent-they were obviously going to see Sabrina.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Still concerned about Vanessa\u2019s wellbeing, she stated, \u201cI\u2019ll call Vincent directly.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Returning to her bedroom, Scarlett dialed Vincent\u2019s number.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He answered relatively quickly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cHas Vanessa arrived safely?\u201d Scarlett asked directly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Vincent confirmed, \u201cYes, she just got here.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Simultaneously, Scarlett could clearly hear Vanessa and Sabrina chatting happily in the background.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Though she couldn\u2019t distinguish their exact words, Vanessa\u2019s delighted laughter was unmistakable.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Unable to bear listening further, Scarlett said curtly, \u201cAlright, I\u2019m ending the call.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
But Vincent interjected suddenly, \u201cScarlett, there\u2019s something I need to discuss with you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He rarely speaks to her so gently.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett paused briefly before responding coldly, \u201cWhatever you intend to do, just proceed. You don\u2019t require my approval.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Before Vincent could elaborate, Scarlett terminated the call.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She sat on the sofa, clutching her phone, lost in thought for a considerable time.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Then her phone screen illuminated-an incoming call.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Assuming it was Vincent calling back, she was surprised to see Nolan\u2019s name displayed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cNolan,\u201d she answered, striving to sound composed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nogan detected her subdued tone but refrained from probing. He simply stated, \u201cIt\u2019s the weekend tomorrow. Would you like to study at the library together?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t decline. \u201cWhat time?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cTen o\u2019clock,\u201d Nolan specified.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett agreed promptly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She was preparing for graduate school examinations, and time was growing short. However, with Vanessa\u2019s recent illness, she had neglected her studies considerably.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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