“ Who? Natalie?” Elijah asked.
“ Of course, who else? Why is she not here? Don't you want me to meet her? Why are you hiding her from your elder brother?” Jeremy asked.
“ Well, it's not what you are thinking. She really wanted to be here but she just couldn't. She had a previous bad experience with farewell parties and this party could trigger her emotions,” Elijah explained but Jeremy found it hard to believe.
“ Are you sure? That doesn't sound right to me,” Jeremy said.
“ It should because that is the truth. Now that you have mentioned her, excuse me, I need to talk to her,” Elijah said walking out. He needed to check on her and ensure that she is doing fine.
Elijah went back downstairs to text her and that is when Hilder used this opportunity to her advantage. She knew that this wa
