Rewriting My Heart's Fate novel Chapter 523

As soon as I stepped out of the car, the doorman greeted me with a beaming smile. I gave a slight nod. "Thank you."

It felt a little strange—this kind of treatment. After enduring constant bullying in prison, I wasn't quite used to being shown respect again.

Walking into the restaurant, I was struck by its serene elegance. Every corner exuded a sense of refined charm. Soft candlelight flickered, and the faint sounds of laughter from private dining rooms scattered throughout.

"Here, have a drink," Kevin said. He poured me a cup of whiskey.

I downed it in one gulp, feeling the spicy liquid spread warmth through my body. "Another one!" I said, gesturing grandly.

Kevin obliged and refilled my cup. One cup turned into another, and before I knew it, my face was flushed. My head began to feel light.

"Evelyn, don't overdo it. You might get drunk," Lianne said. She looked at me, worried.

"Ha! What's a few measly cups of whiskey to me?" I declared with a laugh, even as the alcohol began to cloud my thoughts.

Caught up in the moment, fueled by the drinks and the excitement of freedom, I couldn't stop myself. I laughed loudly, rambled about grand ideas, and let my emotions spill.

Lianne and Kevin joined in my laughter and encouraged me. For a moment, it felt like the old days, back when we worked alongside, chasing dreams together. But slowly, a sense of sadness began to creep in, wrapping itself around my heart.

I looked around at the lively scene—glasses clinking, laughter echoing. And yet, the one person who should have been here with me was nowhere to be found.