Rebirth: Love me Again

Chapter 134 Flies in High Places

[EVE]

Ever since Cole told me to forget the past and start over, I made peace with it.

I still didn't want him in my life—that much was certain—but I wasn't complaining about this setup either.

It was clear I had no control over his decisions; he was going to do what he wanted no matter what. So instead of letting his presence weigh on me, I decided to go with the flow . . . for now.

There were too many things I needed to focus on, goals I had to achieve, and worrying about Cole constantly wouldn't help.

The sooner I accomplished everything I set out to do, the sooner I could get away and live in a far-off place, away from all the drama in my life.

The only thing was . . . I'd definitely miss Sinclair, Sebastian, Hyun, and Victor.

I was being very careful not to cross that invisible line between Cole and me. I kept him at arm's length because I was afraid that if I got too comfortable in his presence, it would make leaving harder.

I didn't want to end up searching for him once I finally escaped.

Just as I was lost in thought, a familiar voice jolted me back.

"Eve?"

I turned to see Sophie approaching, flanked by Lily and their usual entourage of friends.

Oh great. This city really is too small.

I wasn't looking for any drama; all I wanted was a peaceful shopping trip. But somehow, it seemed like drama always managed to find me.

Sophie looked me up and down, a sly smile playing on her lips. "Don't tell me you're out shopping too?" she chuckled.

"Isn't it obvious? That's why I'm here at the mall," I retorted.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

The temperature seemed to drop by several degrees, and for a moment, I wondered if the chill was coming from him or the venomous atmosphere Sophie and her group had created.

"Come on, Eve," Sophie said with a smirk. "Since you've covered for me before, and we're practically

family

at this point, I'll buy you whatever you want in there."

"Oh?" A thought flickered in my mind, and I flashed them a sweet, almost mocking smile. "Well then, let's go."

Sophie, Lily, and the others exchanged amused glances, like they thought I was some kind of joke. I wasn't fazed. Let them think what they wanted.

One thing was for sure though—I was going to drain Sophie's bank account on this shopping spree. It was the only reason why I came in the first place.

Lily and Sophie flashed their black-and-gold membership cards to the guard at the entrance, but before they could even step inside, the guard raised a hand to stop them.

"Sorry, but you can't enter," the guard said firmly.

Lily, unfazed, pointed at me and the other girls with a smug grin. "They're with us. No need to worry."

The guard shook his head. "No, I mean you can't enter." He swept his gaze over the women, "None of you can enter. Except her." He pointed straight at me.

Sophie and Lily froze, surprised.

I glanced between them, equally confused. "Me?"

The guard gave a single nod. "You can enter." He stepped aside, opening the door wide for me.

Wait . . .

why

? How was I supposed to drain Sophie's money if she wasn't coming with me?