Gossip Girl Reborn (Isabella and Alexander)
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Chapter 144 The Cautious Rebecca

Isabella was clearly restless, seemingly looking for an excuse to leave.

The Quirk family was also on edge, they too were trying to come up with some reason to go over.

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Suddenly, an idea struck David. He took out his phone pretending to be surprised. "Alexander mentioned. that a friend's restaurant just got a shipment of high-quality ingredients. He suggested we go out for dinner, he said. Immediately, Selena chimed in. "Which hotel?"

"King Hotel," David said, simultaneously sending a message to Alexander to corroborate their story.

Upon hearing the name of the hotel, a jolt ran through Isabella.

Evian immediately suggested, "Then let's go have dinner."

Rosalie also nodded in agreement.

Immediately, Christopher pulled Callahan to her feet, saying, "I'll go tell the driver to get the car ready."

Only Callahan wore a bewildered look as he observed the crowd.

Isabella thought, "D*mn, what are the odds?"

The Quirk family members stiffened. Are we trying too hard?

Isabella thought, "It seems even the heavens can't stand by and watch, urging us to rescue Rebecca!"

The Quirk family collectively let out a sigh of relief, promptly springing into action.

As Alexander was busy with his paperwork, he glanced at the message on his phone and fell into silence. He swiftly organized his work before engaging in family activities.

Once the whole family arrived at the hotel in a grand procession, it was a relief that the hotel was one with excellent privacy. Otherwise, given the popularity of Christopher and Isabella, they could have been recognized even if they tried to disguise themselves. Under the reception of the waitstaff, everyone lingered around, until they heard the innermost thoughts of Isabella.

We arrived just in time. They are still in the restaurant, discussing matters. The drug has been slipped into the coffee, but fortunately, it hasn't been consumed yet.

The Quirk family was instantly thrown into panic. They had already administered the drug, they had to

act soon

Quickly responding to Isabella's inner thoughts, they found the nearest private booth. The restaurant's partitions were semi-enclosed, making it difficult to see the customers seated within unless one happened to pass by. However, one could still discern the conversation if they listened closely.

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there was no conversation taking place. So focused on cavesdropping, Isabella didn't even notice this anomaly

She was contemplating how she might casually run into Rebecca to prevent her from drinking the coffee if the situation called for it.

From the other side, the cool, detached voice of Rebecca echoed.

"Mrs. Gonzales, you're now fully aware of the situation. I assure you, there's nothing between y

your husband and me. The online speculations are indeed true. I won't step forward to blame you both, hoping we can put an end to this matter between us. I've started anew, and I don't wish to be entangled with you any further."

How shameless. Ruth simply used the threat of ongoing harassment to fanipulate Rebecca into meeting her. Otherwise, Rebecca wouldn't have bothered. Not wanting to cause trouble for the agency, she resolved to handle the situation on her own. The Quirk family couldn't help but frown, they could only say that Rebecca was still not accustomed. She hadn't realized that as an artist signed under an agency, her mundane affairs could be handled by her agent and the studio.

At that time, Rebecca was still instinctively going at it alone.

What a fool, going it alone. If something were to happen....

Members of the Quirk family repeatedly shook their heads, signaling their disapproval of Rebecca's

actions.

"Heh, women like you are nothing but temptresses. It was clearly you who caused the breakup of our marriage, yet now you play the innocent. You made him fall for you, that's your fault. Who asked you to flaunt your naturally seductive looks?" She really knew how to hit where it hurts!

Suddenly, Rebecca declared, "I'm not the one at fault here, it's him, it's you, but it certainly isn't me!"

This statement immediately prompted a sigh of relief from the eavesdroppers. Well said!

"You seriously don't think you did anything wrong?"

"Someone once told me," she said, "being beautiful is a blessing in itself. The world is the one at fault, not me. I shouldn't have to reflect on the mistakes of others

"D-Do you have any idea how much we loved each other before you came into the picture?"

Love? The kind of love where he uses filming as an excuse to avoid sharing a room with you for half a year? Or perhaps the kind where he clearly lives off your earnings, yet manipulates you, constantly criticizing this and that about you? Making you feel as if you're not wor The Quirk family members were somewhat taken aback. Was this really how the couple interacted? Could they actually deceive themselves to such an extent?

Rebecca, however, couldn't be bothered with her pointless chatter. "This has nothing to do with me, it's between you two. All I ask is that you stop bothering me

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Ruth continued to speak, seemingly venting her emotions without end.

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By this time, everyone in the Quirk family had ordered their drinks. They exchanged glances and whispered among themselves for a while. After all, through their conversation, they had figured out who they had encountered, so there was no longer any need for secrecy. Has Ruth always been this chatty? Is she just stalling for time now? I wonder what Gordon is up to?

The Quirk family became curious.

Darn it! Ruth had prepared tea in the hotel room beforehand. Due to his nerves, Gordon had already drunk several cups. By the time the effects of the drug kicked in, he was already in a drowsy slumber. Members of the Quirk family were simply at a loss for words.

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On the other end, Ruth, upon realizing that Gordon wasn't responding to her messages, let out a derisive chuckle. She immediately stopped talking, picked up her coffee, and took a sip.

In a typical conversation, when one person paused to take a sip of water, it was expected that the other person would do the same. However, Rebecca did not.

Ruth slightly furrowed her brows, her expression shifting subtly. With a tone of sorrow and resentment. she said. "Perhaps you're right, it's all our fault... but I truly am..."

"It's good that you've come to understand, I'm not here to blame you." Rebecca's voice had also softened.

"Heh heh... You've been talking so much, aren't you thirsty, Ms. Yancey? Go ahead, have a drink. I ordered this especially for you. It's my absolute favorite, a unique coffee that you can only replace at this hotel." Upon hearing this, the Quirks instantly became tense.

Isabella was about to stand up and greet, but she had barely gotten halfway up when she heard Rebecca say, "I'm sorry, I can't."

Isabella froze, awkwardly taking a seat, listening in confusion along with the Quirk family members.

"What?" Ruth probably hadn't expected to hear such a response.

Across from her, Rebecca's smile faded slightly. "Ever since I entered the workforce," she said, "I've heard many pieces of advice. One of them being, never touch a drink that hasn't been under my watchful eye the entire time."

As soon as these words were spoken, it was as if a light bulb had been switched on.

Everyone in the room exchanged glances, impressed by the wisdom imparted. Particularly for the girls, the advice was invaluable: if ever out and about, they must be cautious if their food or drink ever leaves. their sight.

As for Rebecca, the coffee wasn't something she ordered. It was already on the table when she arrived and she couldn't possibly bring herself to drink such a thing,

Haha, at first, I thought Rebecca is a careless one. But then again, having navigated the entertainment industry for so many years, she wouldn't have gotten this far without being cautious. It seems like there's no need for me to step in. At this point. Ruth's face had contorted. "Ms. Yancey. I was just about to bury the hatchet with you, but

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you're really not giving me any respect!"

Oh, you're trying to use your status to intimidate others? Your reputation is worth nothing!

Isabella was worried that Rebecca would feel cornered and was considering stepping in once again. However, she heard Rebecca suddenly ask. "Is there something in this coffee?" With that, the entire room fell silent.

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