Vivian Thornecroft slowly closed her eyes, suppressing the unrest in her heart, and stepped away briskly.
The few people beside her hurriedly followed.
...
Upon entering the private room, Daniel Green was not feeling well at all, filled with anger, and also, fear…
His eyes kept sneaking glances at Mason Bennett, observing his reaction, his heart panicking.
He thought his actions were discreet, yet they were all noticed by Bella Green.
The girl watched him with amusement, knocking lightly on the table in front of her.
"Hey, do you have a secret crush on Mason Bennett?"
As soon as the words came out, the room fell silent with not a sound, and the three men simultaneously turned their gaze towards her.
Elliot Morris even spat out his drink, choking until his face turned red.
Miss Green, could you give us a heads-up before speaking next time?
"Why are you all looking at me? Look at him." Bella Green said, puzzled, pointing her chin towards Daniel Green.
