Chapter 280: Chapter 280
When she saw that cute yet tear-streaked face, Quinn Lockwood couldn’t help but fall into thought.
Who on earth is this girl?
Would Savannah Lowell even have such a pure... no, somewhat naively adorable friend?
Quinn studied her for quite some time, piecing together various vague and shattered memories, and finally remembered.
This girl is Xenia Monroe, the daughter of a multinational company’s CEO, the same age as Quinn, and because of her generous and lively personality, one of the few friends Savannah could get along with.
No wonder Quinn had no impression of her at all; Xenia had gone to study abroad in Veldona two years ago, and the last time she returned was over a year ago.
Thinking of Xenia, Quinn dared to speak again.
"Sierra, what’s wrong? You came back and started crying . Someone who doesn’t know might think I bullied you." Quinn gently held Xenia’s shoulder, her tone cautious yet tender.
Xenia was evidently taken aback by Quinn’s gentle demeanor, looking up abruptly as though gazing at a monster.
"Why so gentle? I thought you’d say something like how annoying I am coming back and crying like a drama queen." Xenia pouted, mimicking Savannah Lowell’s tone.
Quinn nearly choked on her own saliva at that, looking at Xenia with a hint of sympathy.
Was Savannah really that prideful? Her good friend was crying, and she could still say such harsh words.
It’s a wonder how this girl persevered in being friends with Savannah.
"Wow, a year’s gone by, and your whole style has changed."
"Where’s your bright red lipstick? Your sexy strapless top? And 12cm high heels?" Xenia scrutinized Quinn from head to toe, utterly incredulous.
Seeing her makeup-free face and simple, elegant outfit, Xenia’s jaw nearly hit the floor.
Oh my goodness, if it weren’t for her familiar face, Xenia would have thought the Savannah in front of her was an imposter.
"What triggered you, or did you have plastic surgery?"
Quinn felt extremely awkward under her scrutiny.
With a somewhat awkward smile, Quinn glanced sideways, saying with a sly grin: "How is it, doesn’t this style look great? A woman should have a multifaceted style."
No wonder Xenia was so surprised; for someone who hasn’t seen Savannah in so long, the gap in style and personality was indeed quite big.
"It looks good, it really does; your previous style looked good too." Xenia picked up her suitcase, and her eyes once again reddened slightly as she spoke.
Seeing her somewhat down and dejected state, Quinn quickly took her suitcase and asked with concern: "Sierra, did something happen to you?"
The moment Quinn spoke, Xenia burst into tears, pulling Quinn’s arm as she walked outside, sobbing: "It’s a long story... let’s find someplace to talk..."
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"Savannah, I’ve been deceived." Tears as big as beans rolled down Xenia’s fair cheeks, and her frail shoulders trembled uncontrollably.
"I met Leo Hansen while studying abroad. He’s talented and very gentle. Being with him made me feel especially happy and free."
"We studied together, attended concerts, went to amusement parks, and even cooked together..."
"We’ve been together for two years, everything was so beautiful. I loved him, and he loved me."
"I had planned to talk to my dad and marry him right after graduation this year."
"But all of it was a lie. He... he already has a fiancée, and they’re about to get married." Saying this, Xenia’s eyes grew dimmer, and by the last word, her calm eyes turned completely gray and lifeless.
"Sierra, how could this happen? It’s so... disgusting." Seeing Xenia’s look of despair, Quinn felt a pinch in her heart and couldn’t help but feel sorry for her.
She understood all too well the feeling of betrayal.
When she learned of Jonah Hansen’s betrayal, the earth-shattering, soul-crushing pain was something she’d never forget.
She sat beside Xenia, gently holding her, letting the delicate girl cry on her shoulder.
"Cry if you need to; let it all out. Once you’re done, just forget about that scumbag. He’s not worth wasting our feelings on." Quinn lowered her gaze, her hands unconsciously clenching into fists.
"Sierra, some people come into your life to teach you a lesson. Though the process of growing up is painful, you’ll understand much more after experiencing it."
"Love is just an accessory, not something to be sad about for someone unworthy." Quinn pursed her lips; her voice, though gentle, carried an inexplicable yet resolute strength, instantly stabilizing Xenia’s uneasy heart.
She didn’t want anyone around her to be wronged, even if it was a newly acquainted friend.
Quinn could sense that Xenia was a good girl, and they would become great friends.
Hearing Quinn’s words, Xenia released her emotions fully, crying openly and without restraint.
Maybe she was exhausted from crying, or maybe she absorbed Quinn’s words; Xenia wiped her tears, drank her coffee in one go, and lifted her head.
"You’re right. He isn’t worth my emotional investment; he’s the one who wronged me first. Although... although I can’t forget the good times we had together, I must stay strong."
"I still have my mom and dad, and you, and so many others who love me. I can’t just keep wasting away ." Xenia straightened up, and the grayness in her eyes gradually regained its life.
She did love Leo, but that was in the past.
This kind of person, who deceives others’ feelings, isn’t worth missing, nor worth loving.
"It’s good that you can think that way, and even if you can’t forget immediately, that’s fine. I’ll be here with you." Quinn held Xenia’s hand, looking at her firmly, as if trying to pass her strength to Xenia.
"Don’t worry, I’m like an indestructible cockroach, born a natural optimist." The girl turned to look at Quinn, tears still on her face, but she managed to break into a big smile.
"Savannah, let’s go party tonight! Let’s not go home until we’re drunk and celebrate my return to single life!" Xenia grabbed Quinn’s hand, looking at her with expectant, watery eyes, as if she had truly forgotten all the unhappy things.