Chapter 44 Breaking It Off
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Zayden had thought Eliza would show at least a trace of guilt–but there was nothing. Her face remained calm, detached.
After pushing Zayden away. Naomi quickly ran back to Eliza. “Eliza, please don’t misunderstand my relationship with Zayden. We grew up together, so we’re naturally a little close. But since you’re engaged to him, I’ll be more careful. I promise. I’ll never try to take anything from you.”
As she spoke, Naomi reached out and affectionately took Eliza’s hand–acting like nothing had happened.
But Eliza wasn’t stupid.
Since the moment Naomi entered the room, she had been sneaking glances at Nolan.
Of course. Now that she’d seen how close Nolan and Eliza were, Naomi had set her sights on him instead.
And why not?!
In terms of family background, Nolan was leagues above the rest. Even Zayden’s family couldn’t compare.
In terms of looks, Nolan stood at 62, with sharp, striking features–colder, darker, and even more attractive than Zayden
If it weren’t for his time in juvie and his association with Class Six, he’d easily be the most sought–after guy in school.
Academically. Nolan was first in the entire grade–without exception.
If he hadn’t once killed someone, Nolan would be the school’s undisputed heartthrob.
So Naomi mistaking Nolan’s aloofness for interest wasn’t surprising.
“Are you done?” Eliza’s sudden question cut Naomi off mid–performance.
“I what?” Naomi blinked.
“If you are, then head back to Class One. Don’t disturb my studying.”
Naomi gritted her teeth behind her forced smile.
She had meant to impress Nolan, but Eliza had shut her down before she could even start.
Still determined, Naomi turned to Nolan. She reached out her hand with a polite smile. “Nolan, right? Hi, I’m Naomi–Eliza’s sister. She’s not great with words, and she often offends people. If she’s said or done anything to upset you, I’d like to apologize on her behalf.”
The entire Class Six fell silent.
Every eye watched in disbelief.
Did this girl actually think she could casually offer a handshake to their Nolan?
The air hung still.
Nolan didn’t even raise his head.
He never once looked at her.
Naomi’s smile froze.
Her hand hovered awkwardly in the air, unanswered.
“It’s fine if you don’t want to shake hands,” she mumbled. “I’m just glad to meet you. Since you’re my sister’s friend, maybe we can be friends too-
I don’t make friends”
Nolan’s voice was cold enough to freeze the air.
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Naomi’s smile cracked.
Then Nolan added flatly, “Henry, show her out.”
“With pleasure.” Henry stepped forward and made an exaggerated “this our Nolan doesn’t like people touching his things. Don’t brush against his desk–he says it’s filthy.”
way, please” gesture. “Please be careful on your way
“You–1”
Naomi’s face twisted in humiliation..
Eliza, still seated, chuckled aloud.
Seeing everyone around her silently judging, Naomi stomped her foot and stormed out of Class Six.
“Nolan, you really are blessed, Henry teased, nudging Nolan’s arm. “Even the school beauty is throwing herself at you.”
“Keep it. I’m not interested.” Nolan said without looking up.
Henry quickly held up his hands. “No thanks. Give it back to Zayden where it came from.”
The whole school had once believed Naomi and Zayden were dating. Who would’ve thought Eliza was the one actually engaged to him?
Henry leaned toward Eliza and whispered, “So when are you ending the engagement? Are you really okay staying tied to Zayden!”
“Today,” Eliza said calmly.
“How?”
“Officially”
She wasn’t the Rivers family’s daughter anymore. She’d cut ties completely.
To the Holt family, she had no more value.
Breaking off the engagement now would be simple–and Grace likely wouldn’t object.
That evening, after school, Eliza went straight to the Holt household.
Grace was surprised by the visit but opened the door nonetheless.
Just then. Zayden came down from the second floor, dressed in a black fleece housecoat.
When he saw Eliza, his brows furrowed. “What are you doing here?”
They had just fought earlier that day. He couldn’t think of a single reason for her to show up now.
“Zayden, don’t be rude. Go bring Eliza her slippers,” Grace said sharply.
Zayden hesitated, silent for a moment–then reluctantly did as she asked, retrieving slippers for Eliza.
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