Suddenly, Selena caught sight of a familiar face. Sheâs the young woman who stays beside our villa. Sheâs all dressed up tonight, and she looks even more beautiful now.
She took the initiative to say, âHey! Do you want to sit with me?â
Although Josephine was a reporter, she was introverted when she wasnât working.
Since Selena had invited her, she pulled out a chair and sat down.
âWhat do you do for a living?â Selena asked curiously. She could tell that Josephine came from an ordinary family, unlike the other haughty, wealthy ladies.
âHi, my name is Josephine Jacobson. Iâm a reporter,â Josephine replied. Hearing that, Selena asked, âYouâre a reporter, eh? Are you here for work?â
âNo. Iâm here to attend the wedding with my mom. Josephine shook her head and asked, âWhat about you?â âIâm the brideâs cousin.â Selena loved introducing herself as Ellenâs relative as it gave her a sense of superiority. As expected, Josephine looked at her in shock. âYouâre the brideâs relative?!â
Itâs no wonder her mother was so haughty after bumping into my mom the other day.
Theyâre the brideâs relatives, after all. A smug smile appeared on Selenaâs face as she ran her fingers through her long hair. âYeah.â
Josephine looked in the bonfireâs direction and saw that many people in expensive clothes had gathered as they spoke different languages. There were also many guests from foreign countries. It was her first time seeing so many people from different parts of the world, so it felt exciting.
âDo you have a target tonight?â Selena asked all of a sudden. Josephine was startled for a moment before asking, âWhat about you?â
âYes,â Selena replied confidently. âOh. Whatâs his name?â Josephine asked curiously as she took a glass of water from the waiter and drank it. âHis name is Ethan Quarles,â Selena uttered proudly.
Upon hearing that, Josephine sprayed out a mouthful of water, Embarrassed, she wiped her mouth with a piece of tissue and said, âIâm sorry. The water is too cold.â
âDo you know him?â Selena asked with squinted eyes. She felt that Josephineâs reaction was rather uncalled for. Josephine quickly denied it by waving her hand and saying, âNo, no, no. I donât know him. Honestly speaking, I donât know anyone else on the island apart from you. I havenât even met the bride and the groom yet.â Selena believed her as she rested her chin on her palm and said, âHeâs a very handsome biracial man. Moreover, heâs the groomâs best friend.â
Josephine couldnât help feeling gossipy. As she recalled the woman and Ethan making out the other night, she asked, âSince you know him so well, what base have you reached with him?â
Selena loved bragging, so she raised her hands. and connected both of her index fingers. Josephine figured they must have kissed. Just then, Selena looked behind Josephine ast her pupils dilated. She cupped her face excitedly and said, âOh, my gosh! Heâs here!â
Hearing that, Josephine felt her chest tightening. She turned her head and saw Ethan appearing at the entrance that was embellished with lights. He was wearing a dark shirt and a pair of khaki pants, making him look attractive among the crowd.
Josephine hurriedly pocketed her gaze. Just then, Selena asked, âIs my makeup still intact? How does my lipstick look?â
After examining the woman, Josephine replied, â âYour makeup looks perfect.â The next moment, Selena rose from her chair and went to greet Ethan, who was about to brush past them. âHey, Mr. Quarles. Would you like to sit with us?â
Ethan turned his head and saw Selena waving her hand. At the same time, he saw a woman at the same table. In an instant, he was attracted to the slender figure under the lights. Although he hadnât seen her face yet, she had the kind of figure that most men loved.
Since the woman was wearing a camisole dress, he could see her blemish-free shoulders. Her hair had been tied up loosely, which revealed her alluring neck.