Self-defeating

Although there were more matters that Elaine wished to explain, Ashlyn didn’t want to listen about it from her. It was too insincere of Elijah.

She wanted to get the answers right from his mouth.

That’s why, she sent Elaine back.

Ashlyn was sure that by now, Elijah knew clearly how the matter went down, and also confident that he wouldn’t be confronting her about it.

No matter how long it took, he was the type to wait for others to grow impatient and approach him. At times, it was because of fear, and he did it due to his pride as well.

She wondered how he right now.

Ashlyn pressed on her forehead. Although curiosity bubbled within in, mixed with hope, dealing with Elijah made her feel exhausted.

Hearing the knocks on her door, Ashlyn walked over to open the door. She thought it would be Elijah at first and prepared the words she had to say.

It stood to reason why she was disappointed and then surprised to find Rose standing there, smiling at her.

Ashlyn didn’t have much cont