Filed To Story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
Meanwhile, a huge bonfire had been set up on the beach, and yellow tables with long tablecloths were placed around the bonfire. Bottles of wine, fruits, and roses filled the tables. The light show turned the beach into an exciting party under the night sky. It was a paradise for young people to have fun.
The uplifting music prompted the guests to dance; they could temporarily forget about their worries and seek happiness that night. Selena had been there for quite a while.
There were youngsters as well as middle-aged guests in their forties. Certainly, countless beautiful ladies had attended the party. Waitresses in revealing clothes and handsome waiters in white shirts were also a sight to behold.
Presently, Selena was seated near the entrance. She had been keeping an eye on every guest who entered the place since she was waiting for Ethan’s arrival. At that moment, most of the guests had arrived. Although they didn’t know each other, they had fun together at the party. The young people at the party could also seize the chance to look for potential partners.
Suddenly, Selena caught sight of a familiar face. She’s the young woman who stays beside our villa. She’s all dressed up tonight, and she looks even more beautiful now.
She took the initiative to say, “Hey! Do you want to sit with me?”
Although Josephine was a reporter, she was introverted when she wasn’t working.
Since Selena had invited her, she pulled out a chair and sat down.
“What do you do for a living?” Selena asked curiously. She could tell that Josephine came from an ordinary family, unlike the other haughty, wealthy ladies.
“Hi, my name is Josephine Jacobson. I’m a reporter,” Josephine replied. Hearing that,
Selena asked, “You’re a reporter, eh? Are you here for work?”
“No. I’m here to attend the wedding with my mom. Josephine shook her head and asked, “What about you?” “I’m the bride’s cousin.” Selena loved introducing herself as
Ellen’s relative as it gave her a sense of superiority. As expected, Josephine looked at her in shock. “You’re the bride’s relative?!”
It’s no wonder her mother was so haughty after bumping into my mom the other day.
They’re the bride’s relatives, after all. A smug smile appeared on Selena’s face as she ran her fingers through her long hair. “Yeah.”
Josephine looked in the bonfire’s 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.
“Do you have a target tonight?” Selena asked all of a sudden. Josephine was startled for a moment before asking, “What about you?”
“Yes,” Selena replied confidently. “Oh. What’s his name?” Josephine asked curiously as she took a glass of water from the waiter and drank it. “His name is Ethan
Quarles,” 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, “I’m sorry. The water is too cold.”
“Do you know him?” Selena asked with squinted eyes. She felt that Josephine’s reaction was rather uncalled for. Josephine quickly denied it by waving her hand and saying, ‘No, no, no. I don’t know him. Honestly speaking, I don’t know anyone else on the island apart from you. I haven’t even met the bride and the groom yet.” Selena believed her as she rested her chin on her palm and said, “He’s a very handsome biracial man. Moreover, he’s the groom’s best friend.”
Josephine couldn’t help feeling gossipy. As she recalled the woman and Ethan making out the other night, she asked, “Since you know him so well, what base have you reached with him?”
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, “Oh, my gosh! He’s here!”
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, “Is my makeup still intact? How does my lipstick look?”
After examining the woman, Josephine replied, ” “Your makeup looks perfect.” The next moment, Selena rose from her chair and went to greet Ethan, who was about to brush past them. ‘Hey, Mr. Quarles. Would you like to sit with us?”
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 hadn’t 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.
Although Ethan could only see the woman’s back, she had an impeccable figure. He wondered if her face looked just as attractive. As he grew curious, he walked toward
Selena, hoping to see the woman’s face.
Selena felt her heart thumping in her chest when she saw the man approaching her, and she could barely conceal her excitement. Josephine didn’t expect Selena to ask the man to sit with them, so she said to the woman, “I’d better not be the third wheel, then.”
With that, she rose from the chair and turned around, facing the man directly. Under the lights, Ethan appeared doubtful. What? It’s her?! That’s impossible. She looked unkempt in the morning, but she looks so gorgeous at night.
Josephine pretended not to know him. Although she knew that Ethan was staring at her, she ignored him and hurriedly left the place. Ethan was rooted to the spot for a few seconds before feeling displeased. What the hell?! Why is she pretending not to know me?
Hey!” he called out while turning around. Josephine stopped in her tracks with a frustrated expression. Why did he call out to me? Isn’t he supposed to go on a date with that woman?
Ethan tucked one hand into his pocket and shuffled toward Josephine before sneering. “What’s wrong? Don’t you know me anymore?”
Upon seeing that, Selena was astounded. It never crossed her mind that Ethan and
Josephine knew each other. She flushed and glared resentfully at Josephine, wondering why the woman lied to her.
On the other hand, Josephine was extremely embarrassed. She told Selena that she didn’t know Ethan, but the man exposed her lie. Hence, it was only natural that she was vexed. She crossed her arms and questioned, ‘Do I know you, mister?”
Just then, Luke discovered Josephine and ran toward her excitedly. “Hi, Joey!” Upon registering the man’s presence, Josephine flashed a smile at him, hoping that he would get her out of trouble.
Luke was astonished when he saw how. beautiful Josephine looked. It was his first time seeing her all dressed up. “You look fabulous, Joey! Your dress and makeup make a huge difference!” Luke complimented the woman while approaching her.
When he caught sight of Ethan, he snapped. “Hey, will you stop harassing my girlfriend?”
Ethan furrowed his brows. “Me, harassing your girlfriend?” “Ignore him, Joey. My friends are over there. Let’s go. Luke wanted to drape his arm around Josephine’s shoulders, but she dexterously dodged it. Left with no choice, he retracted his hand with a smile.
Ethan watched Josephine leave as his amber eyes appeared conflicted. When he came to his senses, he saw Selena approaching him. Selena happened to see the man looking at Josephine’s figure. Her heart sank while she felt infuriated. She’s such a scheming woman! She knows Ethan, but she lied to me about it. What is she trying to achieve? Does she want to snatch Ethan from me?
Ethan was heading in Josephine’s direction while the woman was about to turn her head to find out if Selena and the man had gone on a date. She was shocked to realize that the man was only six feet away from her, and they even exchanged glances.
In an instant, Josephine had the urge to run away, for she felt that the man was coming at her. However, she soon calmed herself down. Why should I run away? It’s not like I’m afraid of him. He’s just a man, and there’s no way I can’t handle him.
“May I have a word with you, miss?” Ethan’s masculine voice sounded from behind her. Instantly, Luke turned his head and glared at him. “Hey, I warned you not to harass my girlfriend. Are you sick of living?”
He was an impetuous man, and he felt that protecting Josephine was his responsibility. “If she were your girlfriend, she wouldn’t have made use of me to get rid of you,” Ethan refuted matter-of-factly.
“You!” Luke was about to blow his top. Josephine quickly stopped him, for she didn’t want to draw everyone’s attention and let them watch two men fight for her. She took
Luke’s hand and tried to appease him with her feminine charm. “Calm down, Luke. Let me deal with this.”
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