Chapter 213

Elizabeth threw a quick glance at Julian and let out a sigh. "I mean, Claire clearly has feelings for you. Maybe you should just give her a shot? You two are pretty well matched, don't you think?" Julian shook his head like crazy, eyes wide. He knew all too well how doomed he'd be if he ever fell into Claire's hands. That girl was on a whole different level! "Come on, have some mercy. If I ever end up marrying her, you won't see this fun, charming version of me again!" Elizabeth raised an eyebrow at him, his dramatic plea only making her more curious. She kind of wanted to see how married Julian would turn out. "That look—you're not seriously thinking of letting me jump into the fire without tossing me a rope, are you?" Julian looked genuinely on edge. Ever since her engagement, the way Elizabeth treated him changed completely. "You keep saying you want to keep your distance from Claire, but every move you make just keeps giving her hope. Maybe it's time to face the music," Alexander c