A flicker of disappointment crossed Rachel’s face, but she quickly composed herself and clinked her glass with his. “It’s fine. Love’s about feelings, not fairness. I’m just glad to know you.”
As Noah threw back his drink, her smile faded slowly. Her other hand clenched into a fist out of view.
Her scheme was simple—start a fake relationship with Noah. It didn’t have to be real, as long as it looked real to everyone else.
Most importantly, Maria had to know. She had to believe Noah had already moved on.
Then, Rachel would encourage Noah to confess to Maria. Maria would no doubt reject him, and after a few hits like that, Noah would give up. That’s when Rachel would make her move. Game over.
She thought her plan was airtight, but little did she know—Maria never cared about
