Chapter 96

Emily Carter jolted like she'd been shocked and frantically shook her head. "Nope, nope, I don't wanna know anything!" She snatched up the figurine she'd been eyeing for ages. "Okay, I'm just gonna leave you guys be. Oh, and remember to pay! Thanks!" Then she dashed off like her life depended on it. Thinking back to that line from earlier, Amelia Johnson suddenly felt a little awkward facing Damien Taylor. She quickly walked over to the register. "Am I not good-looking enough? Won't even look at me?" That’s what Damien had mouthed to her just a second ago—eyes gleaming with that teasing smile. Seriously though, there were plenty of people around just now! Amelia’s tiny tiptoe bounce totally gave her cheerful mood away. "Hi, your total is..." The cashier smiled politely while sneaking glances at the tall guy hovering behind Amelia. Damien casually pulled out his card first. "Use this." But Amelia grabbed the card and shook her head, firm. "Hey, that was a gift for Emily. I should be the