Nellie pov
I felt as if I had just been slapped hard across the face, standing there in shock for a moment before I could react. I forced myself to hold back tears and tried to maintain a casual demeanor as I distanced myself from Dominic Blackwood . "Sorry, Mr. Blackwood , didn't mean to interrupt your evening," I said, my voice steady.
I had clearly overheard Scarlett Hayes discussing her date with him earlier. If it hadn't been for my outburst, they might have already sealed the deal.
Dominic Blackwood slowly withdrew his gaze and turned away without looking back.
I let out a self-deprecating laugh. He must be regretting ever meeting me, wishing he could put as much distance between us as possible.
Scarlett Hayes stepped forward. "Vivian , why bother? A loss is a loss. Don’t lose
