Chapter 709
When Love Comes Late
âThe rules are straightforward.
The one who draws the King of Hearts can command two players to perform a task.
Refusal means you have to down three glasses of wine.
â
Stella considered declining, but before she could, Farris gently gripped her arm, reassuring her, âItâs fine.
If youâre not comfortable participating, Iâll take the drinks for you.
â
Stella had intended to explain that it wasnât due to this reason, but when she noticed everyoneâs expectant gaze fixed on her, she found it difficult to utter a refusal.
Gathering her courage, she opted to join the game.
After shuffling the deck, Cordell began distributing the cards.
Stella gazed at the cards, her heart pounding with apprehension.
She stole a glance at Matthew, who remained silent throughout.
In Matthewâs unpredictable presence, she couldnât fathom what might unfold.
She prayed for a swift conclusion to the game.
And so, the game commenced.
In the inaugural round, Minaâs friend, Valeria emerged as the king.
Elated, she called out, âWhoever has the three of spades must ki*s the cheek of the holder of the seven of diamonds.
â
Upon hearing the instruction, everyone hastily examined their cards.
Relieved by the card in her hand, Stella exhaled a quiet sigh.
However, the expression on Farrisâ face darkened.
âI have the three of spades,â Mina announced, her voice tinged with a hint of bashfulness.
The room buzzed, âSo, who has the seven of diamonds?â
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Without a word, Farris reached for a bottle of wine, methodically filling his glass before downing three consecutive shots.
His fluent movements had already shown the answer.
Mina felt a wave of embarrassment.
While the room felt a tinge of awkwardness, someone tried to Lighten the mood.
âFarris is just shy, you know!â
Matthewâs gaze swept the room, finally resting on Stella, who sat isolated in a corner.
Leaning in, Cordell whispered, âFarris was my college classmate.
Heâs impeccably talented and irresistibly charming.
You should be more careful.
â
Before he could finish, he sensed a newfound coldness emanating from Matthew.