A Strange Invitation


    The spotlight was on As as he delivered an eloquent speech on stage, thanking clients who had


    supported him for years.


    I stared at his handsome face as I struggled to contain my sense of loss.


    A server gently whispered, “Ms. Chloe, someone is waiting for you on the rooftop.”


    The server quickly left, and I looked around skeptically. Everyone was focused on the dazzling man on


    the stage.


    Who could be looking for me?


    1 quietly made my way to a staircase that led directly to the rooftop, which was designed to look like


    ant elegant open garden.


    Because of the evening’s event, the rooftop was open to visitors. It was quieter than the bustling


    atmosphere below, making it suitable for private conversations.


    When I went into the rooftop garden, I did not see many other people. Most were gathered below,


    listening to As.


    As I nced around, I couldn’t spot anyone waiting for me..


    Suddenly, I heard footsteps. I spun around and saw Harmony gracefully walking toward me.


    She was undeniably one of the night’s main attractions. After all, she was the host’s date. As was the


    center of attention, and she shone brightly next to him.


    “What is it? What did arrogantly. It was a stark contrast to her


    wou want to talk to me about?” She aske


    behavior when she came to my office the other day.


    “Did I ask for you?” I was puzzled. When did I ask for her?


    “What? Didn’t you ask the server to call me up here?” She was clearly irritated and said, “Chloe, I know


    what’s on your mind. You may act indifferent and not admit your feelings for As, but I’m not a fool, I


    know what you truly desire,”


    Afar more people strolled into the area,


    stop pretending in front of me. Acting isn’t your strong suit. Don’t forget, Ie from a professional


    and Edidn’t gain all that poprity for nothing.”


    te interrupt her


    “I supported As through his difficult time, so don’t think a simr face will confuse his judgment. It


    won’t work! No one can change his mind. For my sake, he rejected his family’s demands for an


    arranged


    marriage.”


    I smiled scornfully, admiring her confidence.


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    “Chloe, stop pretending to be calm. Just let go and focus on your small business. That’s your true


    path!”


    I was amazed by her arrogance. The person before me didn’t resemble the Harmony I knew. She had


    suddenly gained confidence, as if she had some powerful support.


    I took a deep breath and said, “Ms. Harmony, you’re overthinking things. If you’re so sure of yourself,


    focus on being his partner. Uttering these empty words is meaningless. Also, I was also called up here,


    and I didn’t call for you! You should get that straight!


    I turned away, with no intention of lingering any longer. It was pointless to say anything more. Whatever


    validation she had received didn’t concern me much, and there was no point in bragging to me.


    I turned and felt a cold bitterness in me.


    “What’s the matter? Chloe, are you dissatisfied?” Harmony’s tone suddenly turned harsh. “You called


    me up here to say something, didn’t you? Why pretend to be aloof? Are you embarrassed?”


    I looked at her coldly and said, “Calling you foolish would be apliment. I overestimated you earlier.


    Don’t be so eager to show off. I’m not interested.”


    “What do you mean?” A trace of anger flickered in Harmony’s eyes.


    She took a step forward, but just then, the set up behind her suddenly tilted downward…