NovelXXXChapter 380 "That's right, Crestwood University." Citrine repeated herself, still puzzled by the shock written all over Sylvia's face.
Sylvia let out an excited squeal. "Oh my gosh, Mom, I finally did something right- I made friends with one of Crestwood's star students!" She'd always been an average student herself, and most of her friends had been just like her-spoiled kids who coasted along on their family's money. Deep down, though, she genuinely admired people who actually excelled at academics.
As they were leaving, Sylvia called out, "You wait, sis! Your big sister is coming to find you soon!" Only after Sylvia left did Citrine realize how odd that sounded, but she didn't dwell on it.
After leaving the music festival, Citrine and Sebastian didn't head straight home. The city lights were gorgeous, so they wandered for a while, taking in the night air together.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThat's when Citrine suddenly noticed a restaurant. She'd eaten there once before -the kind of place where a meal could set you back thousands. In a word: expensive.
A thought struck her, and she abruptly stopped. Turning to Sebastian, she said, "I'm hungry." They say one clear sign a man is into you is his willingness to spend money on you.
Sebastian stopped as well and looked down at her. "What do you feel like eating?" Citrine put on her best innocent face. "I'm craving a salad." The only salad place nearby was the one she'd just spotted-the ridiculously overpriced one.
Sebastian, as far as he knew, was just a broke college student working part-tto make ends meet. Any normal person in his position would have chosen a more affordable spot, not splurged on an expensive restaurant just for the view.
Citrine eyed him closely, curious to see what he'd do.
Sebastian glanced around and, spotting the upscale restaurant, his eyes lit up. He didn't hesitate. "There's a place right here. Let's go." Citrine feigned uncertainty. "But... it's really expensive." She watched him carefully, not letting a single flicker of his expression escape her.
But Sebastian's face remained calm.
Finally, Citrine heard him say, "This place is perfect. Don't worry I've got it covered." As if afraid she'd feel guilty, Sebastian offered her a reassuring smile and softened his voice.
This time, Citrine didn't protest. She followed Sebastian inside.
When the waiter handed them the menus, Sebastian didn't even look at his-he just handed it straight to Citrine. "Order whatever you want." The prices were outrageous-a single salad cost nearly two hundred dollars. Citrine ordered a salad for herself, a steak for Sebastian, two drinks, and a couple of appetizers. The total cto well over seven hundred.
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Knowing Sebastian didn't have much money, she didn't go overboardm Once she thought she'd ordered enough, she passed the menu back to him. Sebastian glanced at the list without much reaction, just a slight crease in his brow. "Is that really all? Will you have enough to eat?" Citrine hesitated. "Y-yeah... that's plenty."
But remembering the way she'd said looking so small and she was hungry,ded two more helpless, Sebastiah appetizers before passing the menu to the waiter. No money, but still willing to treat her to a lavish meal-he must really like her.
Suddenly, Citrine realized what she'd done-she'd set a trap for herself. She wasn't even that hungry, how on Ε earth was she going to finish all this food? She started to worry. With her tiny appetite, it was inevitable. When everything arrived, Citrine only managed to finish her salad before she was full.
In the end, most of the food ended up in Sebastian's stomach.
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