Chapter 158

Hearing that all-too-familiar voice, Serena’s instincts flared. She didn’t even need to turn around—just the tone was enough. Sophia. Seriously, could this woman haunt her in peace for once? Serena didn’t bother turning her head; she simply picked up her pace and acted like she hadn’t heard a thing. Maybe if she pretended hard enough, Sophia would take the hint. But no such luck. “Well, well, Ms. Dawson bumping into an old acquaintance and not even saying hi? That’s cold,” Sophia strode up, confidently blocking Serena’s way with a smug expression plastered across her face. “Old acquaintance?” Serena gave her a polite, fake smile that didn’t reach her eyes. “Sophia, you flatter me too much. I really don’t think we’re on that level.” Sophia narrowed her eyes. She wasn’t stupid—Serena’s sarcasm came through loud and clear. It made her bite her lower lip in frustration, speechless for a moment. “Move,” Serena said sharply, throwing her a glare. She shifted to the side, clearly done with th