Chapter 473

“Hey, Lindsey.

Why did you call me?” Shelia snapped as soon as she picked up.

Lindsey couldn’t help but smile.

“So, Shelia, I hear you’re getting married into the Perry family, is that right?”

“Oh, why do you care? Are you jealous?” Shelia’s voice oozed with smug satisfaction.

“Tough luck.

Unlike your guy, mine’s not a loser.

”

“Shelia, Dad’s easy to fool, but not me.

” Lindsey leaned back, her voice cool and steady.

“The Perry family is among the top four families, you know.

Jacob’s their golden boy.

He’s bound to pick a lady who’s his match, wealth and all.

And no offense, but that’s not you.

”

Shelia’s anger flared at Lindsey’s taunt.

Fists balled, she shot back, “Just because you’ve never caught a wealthy guy doesn’t mean I can’t.

Jacob adores me, and he wants to marry me.

He’s even taking me to meet his parents soon.

And you? Ever witnessed a grand feast at a rich family’s home? Well, join me and you can watch if I will wed Jacob in grandeur.

”

Shelia took the bait.

Lindsey’s smile didn’t waver.

“Fine, let’s see if your words hold any truth.

And if they don’t, I’ll be sure to let Dad know about your little charade.

”

Shelia’s grin stretched wide.

Lindsey had unwittingly given her the perfect setup to embarrass her, and Shelia wasn’t about to decline.

She intended to crush Lindsey utterly.

“We have an agreement then.

The dinner’s this weekend at eight.

I’ll text you the details.

And don’t forget to bring your date to witness my triumph.

”

Lindsey had to suppress a smirk after hanging up.

Shelia was such an easy mark, falling for Lindsey’s words without a second thought.

She had a surprise waiting for Shelia, one she couldn’t wait to unveil, especially with Jacob and his parents watching.

Just then, the door swung open, and Domenic walked in, as dashing as ever, holding a small bag.

“Hey, there you are.

” Lindsey leaped off the couch, a bright smile on her face, and glanced at the bag curiously.

“What’s that you’ve got?”

Domenic took her hand, led her to the couch, and sat down.

He pulled out a beautiful strawberry cake from the bag, its sight alone was mouthwatering.

“You must be exhausted after your company’s opening day.

A little sweetness helps with the happiness hormone.

You’ll sleep like a baby tonight.

”

Lindsey beamed at him.

“Look at you, getting better at sweet-talking by the day.

”

Like any dessert lover, Lindsey eagerly grabbed a fork and savored a bite, the sweetness melting on her tongue.

“This is amazing.

Try some.

” She offered him a piece with her fork.

Without a word, he accepted and finished it in one bite.

That’s when Lindsey realized she’d used that fork herself.

Her cheeks warmed with a blush.

Acting nonchalant, she reached for another piece.

“Got any plans this weekend? Fancy coming to a party with me?”

He looked at her, curious.

“What kind of party?”

“A dinner with the Perry family.

”