Chapter 18
Eleanor turned around in disbelief, her eyes landing on Dominick downstairs. He barely spared Eleanor a glance before bending down to help. Alexis out of the car.
Rolling forward in her wheelchair, Alexis flashed a gentle smile at Eleanor and said. “Ellie, I just wanted to check out your new house. I hope you’re not mad at me for bothering you”
Eleanor retorted with a smirk. If I were mad at you, what would you say?”
“…” Alexis’s smile faltered, and she shot a helpless look at Dominick.
Dominick frommed.
d, his tone
tone sharp. “Eleanor, you’re still so mean”
“You already knew that about me” Eleanor sneered, hiding the pain that surged in her chest. “Don’t act like it’s the first time you’ve seen my
color
“Ellie, you’ve really got us wrong, Alexis sighed deeply, her voice full of false sincerity: “You might not get it now, but eventually, you’ll understand why we’re doing this.”
Eleanor let out a bitter laugh and said nothing. She was done playing along with Alexis’s act
Alexis’s eyes darted around, and when she spotted the drinks on the table, an idea seemed to light up her face. She thought, ‘Eleanor hasn’t eaten in ages. If she drinks maybe shell..
With that thought in mind, Alexis said, “Eleanor, today’s your special day. I’d love to give you a toast.”
Eleanor took a step back with disgust etched on her face. “Sorry, I don’t drink she’d rather die than drink with Alexis,
“Oh. Eleanor, you’re breaking my heart: Alexis’s voice was full of feigned hurt
Eleanor shot back, her voice ice cold. “None of my damn business
Just as Alexis opened her mouth to say more, Dominick’s low voice cut through the tension. “Eleanor, you can’t say no
“Dominick, you Eleanor’s face drained of color. Finally, she couldn’t hold it in anymore and said through gritted teeth, “Don’t push me too far “Push you too far?” Dominick’s expression was one cold. “For you, nothing is too far?
That’s right, Ms. Reed Enc chimed in, clearly enjoying her discomfort. “You don’t have to drink, but you’ll have to face the consequences. You’d better hope you can handle them.”
Eleanor said nothing. Everyone was watching and waiting for her to break, and Dominick was pushing her further with every word. She had no choice but to accept Alexis’s drink.
“Fine. I’ll drink” Eleanor finally muttered, her voice barely above a whisper, the words heavy in her mouth.
A satisfied smile spread across Alexis’s face, her tone dripping with false sweetness. “See You’re just too stubborn. If you took my drink earlier, everybody would be happy
Eleanor ignored her and poured herself a large glass of whiskey and then another for Alexis, Without a second thought, she downed it in one go. Alexis blinked in shock, clearly stunned. She couldn’t believe what she was seeing. ‘Geezel Is she crazy? How could she drink a whole cup in one go! la she trying to kill herself? But I don’t have a death wish, Alexis thought.
Alemov eyes shufted to Dominick, and she gave him a pleading look. “Nick. I can’t drink that much”
“Then have juice instead, Dominick responded coldly. “Don’t make it hard on yourself
Alexis’s face lit up. “Alright then, I’ll use the juice instead in toast Eleanor.
A bodyguard immediately stepped forward and vapped out the contents of Alexis’s glass with juice.
The sound of liquid splashing into the glass was like a slap to Eleanor’s face. She glared at Dominick, fury rising in her chest. “I’m drinking whiskey, and Alexis gets juice! Dominick, did you even hear yourself?”
Dominick didn’t respond. He simply glanced at Eleanor, his eyes as cold and impenetrable as ever. The emptiness in his gaze sent a chill through Eleanor more cutting than any harsh words could ever be.
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The juice was quickly poured. Alexis raised her glass with a bright smile. “Eleanor, I propose a toast to you” After speaking, she took a sip of juice.
Eleanor gritted her teeth, determined to keep going, and poured herself another glass of whiskey. She then gulped it down in one go. Alexis followed suit, sipping her juice with feigned grace.
Eleanor had planned to stop after that glass, but seeing Alexis’s smug face, she knew that woman wasn’t going to back off. Reluctantly. Eleanor downed one glass after another. Soon, the alcohol began to hit her, and she could feel her hands trembling, struggling to even hold the glass.
“Eleanor, are you okay?” Alexis feigned surprise, covering her lips with her hand. “You’re not going to pass out here, are you? Dominick, come over here and see if she can still handle her liquor
“I don’t need him to check” In her drunk state, Eleanor no longer hid her bitterness toward Dominick. Hearing Alexis’s words, she waved her hand. slurring. “I can… keep drinking”
“Oh.
h, you can still drink? Alright then,” Alexis smiled and took another sip.
The alcohol kept flowing one glass after another. Eleanor’s body became unsteady, and eventually, she had no choice but to drop the glass and collapse, vomiting heavily on the floor.
She looked a complete mess. Alexis couldn’t help but smile smugly, though she still took a sigh and turned to complain to Dominick, “Nick, look at Eleanor. I asked her if she could keep drinking, and she said yes. She still likes to play hero like always”
Dominick’s brow furrowed as he watched Eleanor’s sorry state. After a long moment, he looked away and said, “Alexis, this place is too filthy for you Enc, Lake her back:
“Sure, sir.” Eric replied with a sycophantic smile and walked over to push Alexis’s wheelchair. “Ms. Foster, we should head back now. Mr. Reed and your mother will be worried”
“Okay, I’ll
go now” Alexs nodded and then added, looking directly at Dominick, “Nick, when will you come to see
come to see me?”
Dominick didn’t answer, and Alexis wasn’t worried–she knew he would visit again. With that, she left the slums.
Once Alexis and Ere were gone, most of the other bodyguards followed suit. The groom, who should we stayed, was nowhere to be found. The room was left in silence, with only Dominick and Eleanor remaining.
After emptying her stomach, Eleanor collapsed on the relatively clean part of the floor, either asleep or unconscious.
Dominick stepped forward and nudged her body with his shoe, frowning. At the sight of her, he couldn’t help but scowl.
Eleanor’s face was pale and gaunt her eyes sunken deep, as if she hadn’t eaten a decent meal or had a good night’s sleep in ages
“Ugh. Dominick “Eleanor stirred, drunkenly lifting her head to look at him.
“Shut up” Dominick growled, his gaze full of disdain. “You don’t deserve to say my na
name”
“Why don’t I deserve at Eleanor raised her face, eyes wide with pain as she spoke loudly. You used to like me, didn’t you? If I’m not worthy of calling you that, then who h?
Dominick frove for a moment and then let out a cold laugh. “Eleanor, do you really enjoy playing
the fool?
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