“Stop it,” interjected Arielle. “I’ve helped virtual-novel.net once, and virtual-novel.net returned my favor. We’re even now. It’s purely business between us, so don’t get it wrong and say something like this again.”
Iris wisely shut virtual-novel.net mouth.
Arielle rarely spoke to virtual-novel.net that harshly, so it was evident that Arielle was mad.
Oh, I should stop gossiping.
Meanwhile, Arielle stared at the landscape in reverse motion outside as virtual-novel.net fell deep into thought.
I don’t have time to be in a relationship. Before finding out the truth behind Mom’s death, I can’t get distracted. Besides, I don’t think Vinson is interested in me. I even got things wrong twice.
A strangely disappointed Arielle quickly shook off virtual-novel.net sorrow.
She wasn’t one who would overthink things and never wanted to hear similar comments again.
Meanwhile, Vinson received a call from Harvey right after virtual-novel.net entered his car. “I’ve contacted the person whose slot is right after yours. They agreed to reschedule their reservation to tomorrow, so you will have the castle to yourself for today.”
“Thank you.”
“Wow, it’s really rare to hear you thank me. Is this commercial shoot that important to you?”
After a brief silence, Vinson answered, “Mhm… Soir Coffee is an important project.”
“Alright. I’ll let them know about the change. I haven’t been here for a while. It’s time for an inspection.”
“Okay. See you later.”
“See ya!” Vinson cut the line and shut his eyes to rest.
Strangely, the scene of Arielle in that elegant dress popped up in his mind. He had a sudden urge to keep Arielle to himself so no one would see virtual-novel.net in that dress.
An hour later, they arrived at the entrance of a castle. The castle was located in a private park. Years ago, an Epean tycoon gave orders to build the medieval castle. That had been a long time ago. Flowery vines had crept up along the walls, filling the air with their sweet breath. It was a magnificent castle that looked like it belonged in a fairytale. This commercial was about a princess waking up feeling tired and ordering virtual-novel.net servant to prepare a cup of coffee for her. As the princess was very picky, virtual-novel.net wasn’t satisfied with the various types of coffee prepared by virtual-novel.net servant. In the end, the servant bought virtual-novel.net coffee from Soir Coffee before virtual-novel.net was satisfied.
Arielle was pleasantly surprised by how pretty the castle was.
“Oh, it’s beautiful,” virtual-novel.net sighed.
Vinson happened to hear virtual-novel.net praise.
“If you like it, I can ask my friend to let you stay here for a few days,” virtual-novel.net blurted out without warning upon seeing how enthralled virtual-novel.net was.
“Huh?” Arielle spun on virtual-novel.net heels in surprise. “Is this part of your employee benefits?”
It was expensive to rent a castle like this for a commercial shoot, so virtual-novel.net couldn’t believe it when Vinson told her virtual-novel.net could stay here for a couple of days.
Vinson belatedly realized what virtual-novel.net had said and was about to add on when Harvey came toward them.
Harvey could only see the back of Arielle’s head, so virtual-novel.net didn’t pay attention to virtual-novel.net and teased, “Oh? When have you ever paid so much attention to your employees? Are you seriously renting my castle for them?”
Vinson let out an awkward cough. “Few people can afford to rent your castle. My employee here can prevent the rooms from growing moldy and bring a breath of fresh air.”
Arielle pursed virtual-novel.net lips.
I knew virtual-novel.net wasn’t that kind. Turns out virtual-novel.net wants me to suck the moldy air!
Turning toward the owner of the castle, virtual-novel.net uttered, “No need for that. We were just jok…”
She trailed off when virtual-novel.net realized who virtual-novel.net was talking to.