Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 924:

Harlee then texted Hamilton and Patrick, inviting them to a spontaneous late-night feast and sharing the location.

Aware that Tonya was now romantically involved with Ritchie, Harlee, ever the thoughtful friend, chose not to disturb their evening.

Tucked away at the far end of the local night market, their favorite food stall was still bustling with activity, even as the night stretched into the early hours. Thanks to a hefty payout from Brixton three years ago, Harlee had formed a friendly alliance with the stall owner, who would reserve a prime table for her at a moment’s notice.

Hamilton, overwhelmed by Brixton’s pressing demands, planned to catch up later. Meanwhile, Patrick, Harlee, and Noel arrived at the stall almost simultaneously.

As they settled around the table, Patrick immediately sensed an air of discomfort. Realizing too late that he might look like the third wheel, he regretted his presence. In an attempt to extricate himself, he sent a misleading text to Hamilton, implying that Harlee urgently needed him.

Hamilton, absorbed in his work, was jolted by Patrick’s fabricated urgency. Resigned, he packed up his laptop and ventured out, determined to multitask during the journey.noveldrama

When Hamilton finished his work and stepped out of the car, he noticed the three of them sitting together.

A sudden desire to turn around and dive back into work washed over him.

Hamilton, struck dumb, muttered, “I never should have bought into Patrick’s nonsense… What is happening here? And why is Noel here as well? The air…”

The air around them crackled with tension, as if something major was about to happen—perhaps a confession?

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While Harlee remained unaware, the others were not so naïve. They all knew Noel harbored unspoken feelings for Harlee, a classic case of unrequited love. To everyone but Harlee, Noel’s crush was an open secret.

Resigned, Hamilton pushed forward, trying to approach Harlee casually.

“Har…”

Hamilton choked on his words before he could finish.

His eyes locked onto Harlee and Patrick, who mirrored his astonishment.

He scrambled to gather himself.

“What’s the latest? Mr. Green has returned, and he’s not alone?”

As Hamilton caught up, Harlee was casually discussing Rhys’ return.

Too shaken to offer greetings, Hamilton quickly grabbed a chair and slid into the circle, elbowing Patrick lightly.

“What’s the scoop? Mr. Green is really back?”

Patrick was completely stunned.

He absently grabbed a bottle opener, popped open a beer, and filled two glasses—one for himself and one for Hamilton—gulping his down in a single swig.

“Please, don’t ask me,” Patrick murmured, his voice laced with confusion.

“I’m just as puzzled as you are.”

While Patrick could grasp that Rhys had returned, the notion that Rhys could be smitten with another woman was beyond his comprehension.

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