Chapter 116: Charlotte, Why Not Give It a Shot with Me
The place was quiet.
Charlotte watched the old lovers reunite.
Frederick's eyes were a mix of pain, shock, and surprise.
Charlotte wasn't sure if he still loved Katherine or how much, but she could tell he definitely hated her.
Hate is the opposite of love!
He had never forgotten Katherine.
Ethan sneered, "Charlotte, feeling uncomfortable now?"
Charlotte smiled faintly. "Ethan, what's the point of mocking me? Aren't you happy? You should be glowing with joy!"
Ethan clenched his fingers slowly.
What had he gained?
What happiness did he have?
He lost the woman who had loved him for four years and watched her live with another man!
And it was all his fault! Frederick was right; he was the one who had sent Charlotte to Frederick!
He was the one who lost her!
Ethan's Adam's apple moved slightly.
He couldn't help but say, "Charlotte, maybe I can give up everything! Can we start over?"
Charlotte suddenly looked up!
Her eyes were full of disbelief.
How could Ethan think they could start over? He had trampled on her so harshly, then lightly said sorry, and now wanted to pick up where they left off?
It was simply ridiculous!
Charlotte's eyes turned slightly red, and her lips trembled lightly.
She looked at Ethan, hating him more than ever!
At this moment, Chloe's soft voice called out. "Ethan, Charlotte, so you are here."
The voice also startled the old lovers.
Frederick slowly turned his head.
He saw Ethan and Charlotte standing very close, staring at each other.
Charlotte's eyes were slightly red, as if she was about to cry, while Ethan's eyes were filled with deep, unhidden emotions.
Frederick's long eyes narrowed slightly.
A trace of unhappiness grew in his heart!
Katherine lightly tossed her golden hair and asked in a slightly teasing tone. "Your girlfriend?"
Frederick did not deny it.
Katherine stepped forward, leaned close to Frederick's ear, and smiled lightly. "Hey Frederick, it's been a while! Over the years, I've been worried that my hurt would make you stay away from women. Seeing you like this makes me very happy."
Frederick smiled reservedly. "Long time no see! And you're overthinking it!"
Katherine tilted her pretty little head.
In the sunlight, her delicate features and vibrant red lips exuded charm, leaving Frederick felt that Katherine hadn't changed at all over the years.
Charlotte was completely different from Katherine.
Charlotte was very homely and enjoyed cooking. She had a stable personality and was easy to please. Of course, Charlotte also liked to dress up beautifully.
Charlotte.
Frederick turned around, only to find that she was no longer there.
Charlotte was gone!
He thought she must have seen him and Katherine.
Frederick was stunned for a moment.
Katherine narrowed her eyes slightly.
She had known in Novaria that there was someone by Frederick's side, which was why she came back. She wanted to see what kind of person could be by Frederick's side! She had just seen her, and it was nothing special, but now Frederick's reaction piqued her interest, making her rejudge his relationship with his new girlfriend.
"Frederick, won't you show me around the house?" Katherine said playfully, as if they were old friends.
Frederick quietly looked at the place where Charlotte had stood for a long time before looking away and said calmly, "There are a few relatives who really want to meet you! I can't keep you all the time."
Katherine tried to take his arm.
Frederick subtly avoided it. "Katherine, that's not okay!"
Katherine's face stiffened slightly.
She said softly, "Frederick, you never refused me before."
Frederick walked away, saying, "Katherine, that was in the past."
From a small villa's second floor, Ethan watched coldly.
He noticed Frederick was distracted, always looking where Charlotte had stood.
When did Frederick start caring so much about Charlotte? Ethan should've seen it earlier—Frederick's eyes were full of raw desire whenever he looked at her. Men know men; if Frederick was consistently stirred by a woman, it had to be love or possession.
Ethan closed his eyes.
Frederick's feelings for Charlotte had surpassed those for Katherine.
But Frederick himself didn't even realize it.
Ethan had no intention of telling him!
Katherine's arrival changed the vibe of the birthday party.
Everyone knew about Frederick's past with her. Now that Charlotte was back, they gave her knowing looks.
Even Laura was worried.
She whispered to Charlotte, "Don't overthink it. Frederick and Katherine were just childhood friends. Plus, she's engaged to someone else and only came back for some contract issues. It won't affect your relationship with Frederick."
Charlotte smiled slightly.
She couldn't tell Laura that she and Frederick were just friends with benefits!
But she liked him, so she avoided him!
All afternoon and evening, Frederick barely saw Charlotte! The Hawkins Mansion was big enough to avoid someone if she wanted to!
Night fell like a velvet curtain.
Charlotte leaned against the pavilion, a cocktail on the stone table.
Western music played from the hall, beautiful and romantic.
Charlotte thought everyone must be enjoying the dancing. She didn't feel sorry for herself; she never really fit in here. She had no intention of fighting for anything, as Frederick's attitude had long shown her that her feelings didn't matter!
She should find an excuse to leave later!
Frederick probably wouldn't have time to take her home tonight.
"Charlotte!" A soft voice called.
Charlotte looked up and saw Oliver.
Oliver usually dressed casually, but tonight he looked particularly handsome in formal wear.
He walked up to Charlotte.
He was tall, and Charlotte had to look up from her seat to see him.
Oliver's voice was lower than usual. "Not dancing? It's a shame when you're dressed so beautifully!"
Charlotte smiled lightly. "No, it's nice to enjoy the breeze here."
"Is it because of Frederick and Katherine?" Oliver asked directly.
He was rarely so blunt, and Charlotte felt a bit embarrassed!
Oliver leaned down.
His nose almost touched hers, and he said softly, "Charlotte, do you like him? Do you like him so much that you can't stand to see him with his old lover? You're a coward!"
Charlotte's slender neck trembled slightly.
She looked at Oliver as if seeing him for the first time.
Oliver gently touched her face, his voice incredibly seductive. "Do you want to know why I'm doing this? It's because I want to see you happy. Isn't that what life is about, being happy?"
Oliver continued, "Hey, if you have enough guys around you, Frederick won't be able to hurt you! Charlotte, why not give it a shot with me? I guarantee you'll see a completely different side of Frederick!"
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