Can’t Win Me Back

Chapter 318

Betty was one of Zoe’s few friends. Zoe had befriended Betty primarily because Betty hailed from the esteemed Beckett family. Zoe deemed Betty worthy of her friendship.

“Gosh, Betty, you look gorgeous today! And you’ve even brought gifts. You really didn’t have to do that,” Zoe smiled brightly and welcomed Betty at the entrance. They held hands like best friends.

“Zoe, I missed you so! You look prettier than when we last met!” Betty complimented Zoe with a hidden agenda.

Knowing that Landon adored his sister, Betty believed that forming a strong friendship with Zoe would give her a valid reason to visit the Harper Residence.

Her plan involved playing the long game by winning over Penelope Harper’s affection and eventually getting Zoe to speak highly of her to Landon.

It was only a matter of time before she and Landon talked about marriage. She couldn’t help but gloat over her clever plan.

“I came back from my Sedona trip a few days ago and picked up some souvenirs. I bought some for you and your mother. They’re nothing much, though. I hope you don’t mind.”

Zoe smiled knowingly at the stack of luxury brand boxes. “Is the gift for Landon somewhere in there?

“O-Of course … I’m just worried that he might not like it and won’t accept it.” Betty blushed and lowered

her head.

at you! How badly are you crushing on him? You

will take

picked out the gift for

exquisite box and found a platinum lapel

pricey from

descended from the swirling staircase in his

he paired with a rose-patterned black shirt. He looked

mouth wide open, almost unable to contain

out to him sweetly. Landon’s face lit up at the sight of her, but

Betty.

what brings you

… I…” Betty swallowed hard and cowered in his presence.

Betty’s shoulders. “Betty and I get along well.

snickered. “Zoe, I am not against you making new friends, but you have to be careful.

future. The same cannot be said for the calculative

at Betty, who appeared pale

now. I can tell the good people

Solana City because you were away. If you’re interested in meeting new people, I can introduce you to

of Alyssa. “As it happens, she’s a close friend of Christina. I believe you

woman? Zoe secretly scoffed at