Chapter 22 Her rejection

• Emily waited for a few beats. However, not only was Janet still indifferent, even Gordon just mumbled a ‘thank you’ when he accepted the card.
• Emily pursed her lips and continued, “This time, my parents will also be attending the party and they really hope that you could come too.”
• In contrast with Emily’s look of anticipation, Gordon only nodded and replied, “I still have some performances on the weekends so I’m not sure if I would be able to make it.”