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After giving it some consideration, Mireya agreed. “That’s not a bad idea. Nathan came to my place again last night looking for you.
He’s seriously so annoying.”
Cate felt her throat tightening up at the sound of this name.
There was a time when the man would back her up on everything. However, she felt utterly disheartened upon remembering what he said yesterday.
“He’s the last person I wish to see right now.”
“Me too.” Mireya nodded, but soon, a confused expression washed over her face. “By the way, you’re now a married woman, so why did Shaun chase you out of the house in the middle of the night?”
Cate forced out a bitter smile before briefly explaining what happened.
Mireya felt deeply for her best friend. “That man is sick. You’re his other half by law. Are you less important to him than a cat?” “That’s not at all surprising, is it?”
Mireya hesitated. “Um… Well, it was your decision to marry him anyway.”
Cate remained silent. She regretted her choice.
A sigh escaped Mireya’s lips. “Right, let’s go get some food. I know a good place where the food reminds one of home. We can start looking for a house after taking care of our bellies. Oh, why don’t we invite Cindy Turner too?”
While on their way to the restaurant, Cate called Cindy.
“Mireya and I are heading out for a meal. It’s been a while since we last met. Do you want to tag along?” “I’m in the middle of a photo shoot. Sorry.” “It’s alright. Let’s do it some other time.”
“She’s becoming more famous each day. She wouldn’t be who she is today if you hadn’t written and composed for her back then,” Mireya commented after the call ended.
“We’re still friends, after all. It’s normal that she’s busy.”
Grapefruit Restaurant was the up-and-coming restaurant that had recently opened in Melbourne. There was a spacious courtyard designed in the middle of the restaurant.
Luxurious cars were found outside of the restaurant. This was a place that only the really wealthy could afford.
The two of them parked the car and headed into the restaurant.
A few familiar faces entered their sight the minute they stepped foot into that place, including Rosabella, Janet, as well as…
“Cindy!” Mireya called out to the woman.
Cindy, who was wearing sunglasses, revealed an awkward smile.
Annoyed, Mireya approached the women with Cate.
“You told us over the phone not long ago that you’re busy working on a photo shoot, yet here you are with these women. Do you know who they are? Janet is Cate’s worst enemy and Rosabella is the two-faced fox who stole her boyfriend.”
“Who are you calling two-faced? Watch your tone.” Janet stepped forward to push Mireya rudely.
Cate reached out to catch her friend as she glanced at the group of women with contempt.
She would not have come here if she knew this was going to happen. However, she could not deny that Cindy had truly disappointed her.
“Cindy, why are you hanging out with them? It’s one thing with Rosabella, but you should know better than anyone about my history with Janet.”
“Why?” Janet linked her arm with Cindy as a smug look spread across her face. “Do you really have to ask? Not only have you lost the right to the Cox family’s inheritance, but you’ve also resorted to staying in a cheap budget hotel. A person like you doesn’t deserve to be friends with Cindy. She’s the most popular singer at the minute whereas you’re only a phoenix that has fallen. You’re a nobody.”
Cate narrowed her eyes at Cindy. “I want to hear it from your mouth.”
Cindy took off her sunglasses to throw a sarcastic glance at Cate. “It’s not a bad thing that you bumped into me today as I’m tired of turning you down with excuses as well. Honestly, it’s your fault that you don’t know where you stand. Must you make me spell things out for you before you finally get it?”
Cate felt like a failure as she studied this beautifully made-up face in front of her eyes.
Both Nathan and Cindy only chose to be nice to her before this because she was next in line as the heir of the Cox family.
“Cindy, are you being serious?” Mireya shouted, “Did you forget how you were bullied by Janet in the past? Or how Cate helped you with the songs…”
“Stop trying to blackmail me using the past. She and I aren’t from the same world,” Cindy cut her off nervously. “Mireya, take my advice. Some people will only bring you down. It’s best to stay away from them.”
“Shut up! Friends are supposed to support each other without hoping to get something in return. Don’t you understand that?” The fury in Mireya’s tone was unmistakable.
“Forget it, there’s no point arguing with them.” Cate grabbed Mireya’s arm, her face showing no emotion. “We’re here to have a meal. Let’s go.”
Mireya glared murderously at the three women before being led away by Cate.
“Cate, has that woman lost her mind or what? You’ve been nothing but a great friend to her. Cindy wouldn’t be where she is today without your help. Has she forgotten how Janet used to bully her? I regret not realizing Cindy’s true colors before this.”
Cate lowered her gaze to the ground. Her delicate and pretty face remained nonchalant.
“Cate, aren’t you angry? Don’t you want to criticize her?”
“Of course I do, but what good would it do?” The corners of her lips twitched into a self-deprecating smile. There was a hint of sorrow that flashed across her eyes. “But this is the reality of things. Look, both my birth parents are completely disregarding me while Nathan, who basically grew up with me, has abandoned me. I’m jobless, homeless, and unloved. Cindy is not the only one treating me like this.”
Mireya looked at her friend, feeling both sorry and angry.
“My dad said it himself. My presence in Summit Group is solely to provide assistance to Rosabella. I can leave the company if I refuse to accept fate.”
A pitiful smile spread across her face. “Obviously, I didn’t want that, so I left.”
Mireya tried to cheer her up. “Stop it. You’ll definitely shine brighter elsewhere with your capabilities.”
At the same time, a server approached them.
“Excuse me, miss, do you have a reservation?”
“Yes, I spoke with Manager Lorenz over the phone earlier.” Mireya gestured to the manager standing by the reception.
Manager Lorenz walked toward them. “Miss Lynch, I’ve reserved a private room for you. Allow me to show you the way.” At the same time, Janet’s voice rang behind them.
“Manager Lorenz, I’ve brought a couple of friends with me today. Do you have any private rooms left?”
The manager seemed surprised. His eyes sparkled when he noticed Cindy among the women. “Could this possibly be the singer Cindy Turner?”
The latter smiled sweetly. “Manager Lorenz, you’re certainly great with faces. I told Cindy that the food here is amazing. Her schedule is free tonight, so here we are,” Janet said with a grin.
Manager Lorenz was overwhelmed by the situation. “Miss Turner has a wonderful voice and I’m a fan. It’s a shame that we’re fully booked tonight.”
“Didn’t you say that you reserved one for them?” Janet threw a glance at Cate out of the corner of her eyes.