Filed To Story: Returning to Her Not-So-Poor Family
Eugene.
What kind of merit did Mirabella possess to be able to be so close to Mr. Eugene and to be so beloved by him.It was clear today that Mr. Eugene had intentionally come to challenge her to a game of chess.
According to Mr. Eugene, she ignored his calls and not responding to his WhatsApp messages.
How could she be so arrogant?
But then again, she seemed to have always been like that, so aloof, as if always standing in the clouds, unwilling to mingle with mere mortals.
Just then, a group of girls came over to Serena.
“Serena, what are you thinking about? You seem so focused.”
“Your violin performance was amazing earlier. I think the judges are tone-deaf. Your score should have been higher than Alma’s.”
“Exactly, I think Alma’s violin skills are not as good as yours, and her performance was really grating.”
“I didn’t like it either:
Serena knew these girls were trying to comfort her, but their words did lift her spirits a bit. She smiled and said, “It’s okay. Alma is also part of the Collins family. If she wins, it’s a collective glory for our family. I’m proud of her.”
“Serena, you have such a broad perspective, truly magnanimous:
“That’s the upbringing of a wealthy heiress. We should learn from you.”
“Gh, right, Serena, you promised us concert tickets earlier.”
Several expectant gazes were directed at her.Serena smiled lightly, “I’ll call David right now.
“That’s great! We knew Serena always treated us like sisters.”
“Serena, you’re So nice, you always help me when I can’t get concert tickets.”
“I’m so jealous that you have a superstar brother. He’s an A-lister in the entertainment industry, and he’s so handsome”
“Serena, everyone in your family is so attractive, especially you”
One by one, they heaped praises on Serena.
Serena dialed David’s number in front of her friends, and the onlookers couldn’t help but comment, “How lucky, Serena, to have a pop star’s number.”
The call was picked up quickly on the other end.
“David, any chance you could spare a few concert tickets for me?” Serena asked with a smile, her friends watching eagerly. “You see, my girlfriends are big fans, and they’re dying to see your show, but they couldn’t get any tickets. You’re just too popular.”
Perhaps fearing David’s refusal, Serena added, “They’ve been begging me for a while now. 1 hate to turn them down, but I don’t want to put you on the spot.”
David, feeling a bit apologetic, responded, “Serena, I just gave the last of my tickets away. Next time, I promise, I’ll save more for you guys.”
“What? You’re out of tickets?” Serena’s words were met with a palpable tension from her friends.
Their pleading eyes were turned to her, hoping she could persuade David.
“L originally had a dozen or so tickets,” David explained. “But I promised my manager that I’d save about seven or eight for family and friends. The rest were given to thank those who’ve helped me out.”
Although the tickets he’d given away weren’t the best seats.
The best ones had already been given to Mirabella and Romeo.
“Tell your friends I’m sorry, okay? Next time, I’ll be sure to save more for you guys,’ David said just as someone called for him. “I’ve got to head to rehearsal. We’ll talk later”“Wait, David.” Serena began, but the call had already ended.
She looked at her friends, their eyes filled with anticipation and disappointment. “David had a dozen or so tickets,’ she explained, “but he promised his manager he’d save most of them for family and friends.
The rest were given away, so there’s none left”
“Not even one?”
“But his first show is in Summerfield, and I really want to go!”
“Serena, can’t you ask David to sneak us in?”
Celebrities did it all the time.
“Please, Serena” The pleading started again.
Serena knew that David was a stickler for rules. He wouldn’t allow people to roam around backstage, let alone sneak into his concert.
She’d known this for a long time.
“I just spoke to him, and he asked me to apologize to you guys. He said he’ll save more tickets for you next time. I’m really sorry, and I should have called him earlier”
The others were visibly upset, blaming Serena.
She could have called David again and sweet-talked him into letting them in.
It was such a simple thing, yet she refused to help.
If she wasn’t willing to help, why did she promise them in the first place?!Wasn’t she just trying to show off that she has a famous brother?
“Serena, I don’t want a concert ticket. You know I’ve always admired your brother Hans. I heard he’s attending a charity ball in Summerfield next Monday and he needs a date. Could you recommend me?”
One of the girls, a brunette heiress, asked.
Worried that Serena might refuse, she added, “Serena, I understand that David’s tickets are in high demand, but your brother Hans is always alone.
Can you call him and see if he has a date? If not, you could recommend me.”
“Serena, you should help her. If she becomes your sister-in-law, she’ll ensure Hans gives you more pocket money.”
“Pocket money? He should give stock shares.”
The brunette heiress quickly pledged her loyalty, “If I become Hans’ wife, any shares he gives me, I’ll give to you.”
Although Serena was a bit speechless at their requests, the feeling of being needed prompted her to pick up her phone.
Soon, she was dialing Hans’ number.
“Serena,’ Hans’ warm voice echoed from the other end of the phone.
Serena gripped her phone, her subconscious nerves kicking in.
For some reason, whenever she called Hans, she felt anxious and pressured.
“Hans, I heard you’re attending a charity gala next Monday and need a plus one. My friend happens to be free. Why don’t you take her?”
“No need,” Hans detected the underlying meaning in her words and declined nonchalantly, “I already have someone in mind”
Could it be Molly? Serena thought. Taking such a girl to such a high-profile event would be a disgrace to the Collins family and to Hans, wouldn’t it?
Seeing her short-haired friend pleadingly clasping her hands together, Serena had no choice but to say, “Do you have any free time in the next couple of days? I’d like to have dinner with you.”
Hans, catching onto her intentions, replied lightly, “You’re pretty free lately?
Your studies aren’t too taxing?”
Was she really that concerned about his personal affairs?
“Hans, I just want to have dinner with you.’ Serena guessed that Hans knew her intentions and quickly added, “I haven’t seen you in a long time.”
“Don’t harbour unnecessary thoughts. If you’re too idle, I can hire a few more tutors for you.”“Hans”
“I have a meeting.”
Hans’ meeting time had arrived. He was always punctual. At this moment, he hung up the cail and sat at the conference table, his gaze icy cold.
Serena could hardly believe that she was hung up on by two of her brothers today!
Seeing her short-haired friend’s hopeful gaze, Serena had to grit her teeth and lie, “Hans said he would ask his assistant to check his schedule, and I’ll bring you along to have dinner with him when he’s free.”
“Really??” Her friend was overjoyed, jumping up and hugging Serena, “I knew you would find a way!”
Serena smiled, but inside, she was wondering how she could trick Hans into having dinner with her.
Meanwhile.
Alma finally recovered from her shock when her phone rang.
She checked it and saw it was her mother, Beverly, calling.
“Alma, I heard Mr. Eugene is in Summerfield. Your grandpa can arrange a meeting for us tonight.
Come back home now, I’ll send the driver to pick you up. Dress up and meet him at the coffee shop tonight. Try to get him to play a game of chess with you. Remember, don’t make him lose face, but don’t appear too foolish, either. You need just the right balance.”
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