“Really?” My mother’s tone instantly lightened. “The Ramsey family’s eldest daughter may have a colder nature, but she’s still far better than that Eliana! I’ll go tell your father at once!”
When the call ended, I stayed still, my gaze fixed on the ceiling, lost in thought.
The Ramsey family was undeniably the better choice, an old-money lineage with deep roots in Sierra Vista. More crucially, in my past life, the Ramsey Group had been the sole company to stand by Briones Corporation, even when the Andersons tried to strangle it.
Before my mother’s birthday, I went alone to a prestigious auction. As soon as I stepped through the doors, I caught sight of Eliana’s hand entwined with Jovan’s, the two of them leaning close, their intimacy plain for all to see.
Jovan’s eyes landed on my custom-tailored suit, and for an instant, jealousy flashed across his face.
“Interesting,” Eliana arched a brow, her gaze sharp. “So now you’re trailing people?”
“Don’t flatter yourself, it’s only a coincidence.” I turned to walk away, but she seized my wrist.
“There’s a limit to playing hard to get.” Her voice was a cold whisper. “Do you think this will make me notice you?”