Ellinor was about to respond to Bartlettâs honesty, she appreciated itâ¦
But Bartlett cut her off with a chuckle, âHold on, no need for an answer If I push you too hard and keep bothering you, wouldnât that make me seem annoying?â
Judging by this girlâs previous reactions, she wouldnât say yes easily Ellinor was a bit taken aback, realizing that this guy was pretty sharp.
âEllinor?â Bartlett tried to say her name.
âHmm?â Ellinor, who was busy lasting her dessert, looked up at him.
Bartlett smiled, âNo biggie. I just heard someone call you that. So I wanted to make sure itâs your name.
Itâs cute, youâre cute too, but it seems like your personality doesnât quite match your cute looks, huh?â
Ellinorâs expression changed, she gave him a cold glance.
Seeing her like this, Bartlett couldnât help but find it adorable and burst out laughing. âOh, by the way, thereâs an art exhibit today, are you available? Do you want to go with me?â
Ellinor shook her head nonchalantly, âNo thanks.â
Facing rejection, Bartlett felt a bit down, he added: âAre you sure? I heard theyâve got lots of original worldâfamous paintings, a rare opportunity, you know!â
Ellinor shook her head again. âThanks for the offer, but I need to head home.â
Marissa Blanchet had made her soup, she couldnât keep her waiting!
Bartlett checked his watch, it was not even four yet, âwhy so early?â
Ellinor didnât bother to answer him, her phone was blowing up with messagesâ¦
It was from Chase [Boss, I found the authentic Lady Lotusâ]
[And itâs three of her masterpieces that were never exhibited after her death!]
Ellinor was on edge, she quickly replied. [Whereâs the painting?]
Chase responded instantly: [These paintings are exhibited today in a private gallery, but the owner only invited his friends, I couldnât get in. Boss, can you check if Mr. Blanchet got an invitation?]
Ellinor frowned, and asked. [Whoâs the gallery owner?]
Chase responded. [Bartlett. The eldest son of the Rex family, just returned home to take over the family business. The paintings exhibited today are said to be from his personal collection, a oneâtime eventâ]
Ellinorâs frown deepened as she looked up at the man sitting across from her, âBartlett?â
Hearing Ellinor say his name for the first time, Bartlettâs eyes lit up. âWhatâs up, my lady?â
Ellinor asked him, âDid you just invite me to an art exhibit?â
Bartlett nodded, âYes, I did.â
Ellinor blinked, âIs it too late if I agree to go with you now?â
Bartlett was slightly surprised, then he laughed, âNot at all! But why do you change your mind suddenly?â
âI just realized I have nothing to do at home, might as well go appreciate some art with you.â
âGreat, shall we?â