Chapter 264

Another Thorn in the Side I hung up and quickly got ready before heading downstairs. Ava had already left.

Just as I was about to have lunch, I got a call from Carol informing me that Eleanor was waiting for me in the office. I promptly let her know that I would be on my way.

Grabbing my bag. I hurried towards the door. My mom had just returned from the grocery store after seeing Ava off.

Seeing me heading out, she asked, “Have you had lunch?”

“Not yet. I’ll grab something at the office. A client is coming, and we’ll have lunch together.” I explained hurriedly and left.

When I entered my office, I saw that Carol was keeping Eleanor company.

Eleanor quickly stood up and greeted me awkwardly as I came in, Ms. Chloe.”

I smiled. “I’m sorry to have kept you waiting. It was my daughter’s birthday yesterday, and we stayed up late, so I overslept! I explained.

I I glanced at the time. It was still too early for lunch.

“Ms. Chloe, I took a look around your office earlier. It’s quite impressive!” Carol complimented, attempting.

to mask her unease.

“It’s nothing special. Please, have a seat!” I said warmly.

“I planned to leave today, but I wanted to say goodbye properly. “This whole thing was very embarrassing, and I wanted to say sorry to you in person,” Eleanor said, her voice tinged with guilt.

“Don’t blame yourself. This was beyond your control,” I replied.

She sighed. “It’s not often I meet a friend like you, with whom I click right away. It’s just a shame we live so far apart. It would be wonderful if we were in the same city!”

After a moment of consideration, I took her hand and whispered, “Come on, let’s go have some fun!”

Puzzled, she looked at me. I laughed and led her out of the office, telling Carol to call me if anything urgent popped up took her to Crowne Square, where Arkadia Plaza had a beauty spa. Lauren had recommended this place Averal times and gifted me a membership card However, I hadn’t found the time to visit.

I decided to treat Eleanor to a session.

However, I had no idea that places like this were so popular that they were packed with people. We were greeted by a young woman at the front desk, who suggested that we wait in the lobby.

The spa had great service and atmosphere. It was no wonder that so many women frequented this place. The pleasant fragrances filled the air, and every corner was visually pleasing.

As Eleanor and I chatted while waiting, I heard a familiar voice entering the spa. I turned and made eye contact with a pair of recognizable eyes.

It was none other than Liora.

I sighed. No matter where I went, I seemed to bump into her.

Liora noticed me, but she did not greet me. Of course, I had no intention of acknowledging her either.

We could simply pretend we didn’t know each other.

However, Liora had other ideas She was the type to hold grudges, and there was no way she would let me off the hook. After all, I was the thorn in her side.

With a touch of sarcasm, she muttered to the spa attendant, “Hmm, darling, it seems the standards of this place have dropped.”

The attendant tried to maintain a polite smile. “Ms. Liora, how can that be? Our members meet a certain standard. It’s not something just anyone can afford.”

From their interaction, it was clear that Liora was a regular here. This was my first time here, so I did not know the protocols.

Liora said in disapproval, “Ha! They’re letting all kinds of people in. You should have a word with your boss. What kind of scum are they letting in? Perhaps we should consider canceling our membership!”

Several guests waiting in the lobby appeared displeased, and Liora offered a faint smile. “Don’t take it personally. I wasn’t referring to any of you.”

I knew what she was implying. If she wasn’t talking about the other guests, then she must be referring to