Chapter 269

When Shelmaine saw Samuel appear before her, the smile on her face disappeared completely. He felt like a nightmare she couldn't escape. Julien greeted Samuel casually, pointing out the coincidence, and Samuel agreed. "Are you having lunch with a friend?" Julien asked. Glancing past Samuel, he spotted Victoria not far behind him. She was watching them eagerly and nodded at Julien. He recognized her as the daughter of a CEO from Aurich. Was Samuel on another date? Shelmaine pretended not to see Samuel. While Julien chatted with him, she ignored their conversation, acting as if he didn't exist at all. She no longer needed to put on an act in front of Julien since her past with Samuel wasn't a secret. "She's just a friend," Samuel said. "Samuel, have you been in Aurich these days?" Julien asked. "Yes, there's some work I need to take care of," Samuel replied. Julien smiled and said, "Shelmaine and I are getting engaged. I'll send you an invitation, and if you have time, you must c