Chapter 5

Standing in front of me, Aurora was still beautiful. She was the delicate, fragile type that instantly triggered a man's protective instincts.

Perhaps because Victor had pulled her too hard, her large eyes were brimming with tears. Even I felt a pang of pity looking at her.

She didn't answer Victor because she had spotted me first.

Following her gaze, Victor saw me too. He instantly let go of her wrist like he had been burned.

"Charlotte? What are you doing here?"

"It’s Chloe’s birthday. I’m here celebrating with her. Didn’t you see the Snapchat message I sent you yesterday?"

"I..."

Before Victor could finish, Aurora cut in.

"Miss Christopher, please don't blame Victor. It's all my fault. Victor was just helping me out."

I was surprised she still remembered my name after all these years.

After all, in high school, I had only met her once at Victor’s birthday party.

Back then, she was his official girlfriend, and I was just the best friend in the background.

I looked at Victor. He looked panicked for a second, but quickly regained his composure.

Suddenly, my phone rang. It was Chloe.

"Charlotte, what's taking you so long in the bathroom? Did you get lost? Do you need me to come get you?"

"I'm on my way back," I replied.

Hanging up, I looked at Victor.

"I’ll expect an explanation when you get home tonight."

To be honest, I knew Victor wouldn't cheat on me. He probably just had a lingering savior complex for his first love.

So, I was willing to give him a chance to explain.

With that, I turned on my heels and walked away in my stilettos, completely ignoring Aurora. She wasn't worth my time.