In Her Place

er to be the one by his side, instead of Ella. In that fleeting moment, his heart longed to reach out and spe

last time. I had some things t

as she continued, "But

of Mabel, making it challenging for him to focus on their discussion. Ella could sense Peter's lack of interest, and sh

iend? She's waiting for you... ma

h the captivating man before her. In that moment, all she desired was to be in his

hen... I'll

ding the man to change his mind. Yet, deep down, she knew he had a point. Sh

ice the sadness etched on her friend's face. Concerned an

e him?" she asked, her voice

citement and admiration as she excla

to him, and all her worries seemed to fade away. Determined, she made up her mind to persuade her father to meet with him for the final agreem

**

d relief as Ella walked out. Deep down, he knew t

get me the other girl's info." Determined to explore the potential

" he asked, seeking clarification. Peter smiled, his mind filled with thoughts of the other girl. "Let's see how it goes," he replied, hi

a card in his hand. With a smile

rd. She dropped it wh

p with excitement

he ID card. In his mind, he couldn't help but acknowledge that e

iam and instructed him to call Mabel

ddress, I'm leaving h

ter out of the restaur

ng

el

left your ID at

as relieved, she looked for it throug

now" Mabel said and prepared to

it here,must you g

like he was busy ,it won't take

e mansion exuded an air of elegance and sophistication, with its towering ceilings, intricate chandeliers, and luxurious furnishing

ged from an inner room and informed her, "He'l

Peter again brought a sense of guilt, knowing that he was betrothed to her friend

e here...w

tures were strikingly handsome, with chiseled jawline, deep, thoughtful eyes, and a smile that could light up a room. Mabel couldn't help but feel a flutter in her heart as she admired his charm and

e stated firmly, trying

ith her. In a bold move, he pulled her close, his hand resting on her waist. Mabel's i

you doing