Next One Is a Babe

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Aurora pouted, obviously not believing Cindy’s explanation.

Cindy shot a quick glance at her and saw the woman’s confused expression.

Hence, she deliberately asked, “Why? Are you uncomfortable that we’re now closer?”

Aurora merely snorted. “What are you talking about? Why would I be uncomfortable that you guys are much closer? Of course I hope you guys can stay sweet forever.” With that, she pouted again. “I just think that you guys are acting a bit weird. Not to mention, I have an eerie feeling about how close you guys have gotten.”

Then, she turned to walk out. “Something’s off. Something is definitely off. Both of you are definitely hiding something from me. Just you wait—I’m sure I can catch the secret you have been hiding.”

Upon hearing that, Cindy laughed out loud because she did not believe that Aurora could find out what had changed between Ian and her.

After all, only she and Ian knew the truth.

Once Cindy had finished preparing the meal, both he and Aurora were already seated at the dining table and facing each other.

Before she arrived, Cindy was sure that they were definitely engaged in a conversation.

It was because as soon as they saw her, they both straightened their postures immediately and averted their glances.

She didn’t turn to immediately leave after she placed the food, but looked at them instead. “What did you guys discuss in the group meeting earlier? Do let me know as well.”

Ian had a gentle expression. “My mom was asking why I am treating you so well and wondered whether I have any hidden motives.”

Cindy turned to look at Aurora, whose gaze was on him. “Do you think you are good at hiding stuff? All your little actions have already betrayed you. When we were sitting by the couch earlier, your gaze was fixated on Cindy—this has never happened before. Something is really wrong with you today. Tell me the truth. What have you been plotting?”

The moment she heard Aurora’s words, Cindy laughed out loud and scooted closer toward Aurora while maintaining her glance. “Perhaps you can understand it this way—he has been smitten by my attractive features.”

However, Aurora merely glanced at her. “Nonsense. Your lies can only work on those who are not smart. I bet you discussed something really important while I was away today.”

Ian merely shook his head in exasperation. “What do you want me to tell you? I really don’t have any tricks up my sleeves. I just suddenly feel that she is a lovely girl who deserves care and attention from me.”

Cindy straightened her posture as she did not plan to continue the conversation any further. It was useless, considering that there won’t be any result from the discussion anyway.

Hence, she told him, “Why are you still sitting here? Come over and help to take some dishes.”

Ian froze before she quickly stood up and followed her to the kitchen.

Meanwhile, Aurora was complaining again. “Did you see that? Did you see that?! He has never been so obedient before. Apart from that, you would never instruct him in such a bossy tone in the past. Something is wrong between both of you,” she shouted. “Something is definitely wrong!”