By his side trailed a slender figure, dressed in a floor-length watercolor pink gown. Although the rain had dampened the hem of her dress, it couldn't hide the gentle elegance exuding from her.

She leaned against the man, gently intertwining her fingers with his.

In the chaotic crowd, they were a perfect couple.

Never did I think I wouldn't see them again, but I never thought our reunion would be like this.

So many years have passed, surely they have long been together?

Are their children now as old as Ruby and Dylan?

Lost in thought, the man suddenly seemed to sense something and swiftly turned his gaze in our direction.

Eva's breath caught, and she quickly turned around.

Did he... see me just now?

In that moment, Eva stood frozen in place, as if someone had pinned her down.

"Ms. Hansen, Ms. Hansen?" David's voice called out from behind.

Eva's fingertips twitched, but she didn't dare turn around. David had to circle around to face her.

"Ms. Hansen, what's wrong?"

"David, you're here. Is it over?"

David nodded. "It's over. I've completed the handover."

"Did you manage to get everything?"

"Of course." David nodded and sighed. "It just cost a lot of money... the Blackwood family..."

Originally, he wanted to casually mention how extravagant the Blackwood family was, how much money he had spent to acquire that one-of-a-kind piece. But the words got stuck on his lips as he remembered something. Both of them knew the truth.

After a while, Eva finally said, "Since it's all taken care of, let's go back."

David nodded.

Eva observed David, seeing his relaxed and composed expression. She thought that Adrian must have left long ago, or else he would probably be more nervous than herself.

Once she had come to terms with this realization, Eva turned around slowly.

As expected, the previously bustling crowd had thinned out by now, and the conspicuous pair in the crowd had disappeared.

Eva's tense emotions relaxed.

When David learned that Eva and Lisa were going out late at night, he became instantly worried.

"Ms. Hansen, it's late. Isn't it dangerous to go out at this time?"

Before he could finish speaking, Lisa immediately retorted, "David, ten o'clock is already late. How old are you that you act like an old fuddy-duddy?" "No, it's just that both of you girls going out, I'm worried about your safety."

"What's there to worry about? Chicago is safe, so don't fret. Trust me."

Eva felt helpless with Lisa's response and could only say to David, "Please take care of Ruby and Dylan for now. I'll try to come back as soon as possible." "Ms. Hansen..." David frowned with concern.

But before he could say anything else, Lisa had already dragged Eva away.

After they left, David thought for a moment and decided to report the news to Michael using his phone.

"How is it? The ambiance is nice, right?"

Eva looked around and found that this bar was different from what she had imagined. It had a very elegant name, Rainbow. The music playing inside was not the type that pumped up the beats, but instead, it was gentle and melodious piano tunes. The lighting was just right, creating a great atmosphere for the bar.

"It's nice."

"Yeah, right? Plus, nobody dares to cause trouble in this place. The owner is well-connected and has influence in both legal and illegal circles. No one would dare to make a scene on his turf. People come here to drink and make friends. If someone doesn't want to be your friend, you still have to respect their wishes."

Eva smirked at these rules. She then looked at the time and asked Lisa, "Where's your crush?"

Bringing up the topic instantly changed Lisa's expression. "It's already this late, I don't know if he'll come anymore."

Eva could see her visibly deflating and reached out to pat her shoulder with a smile. "Don't feel down. Let's just consider it a stroke of luck. If he doesn't show up, I'll sit with you here for a while. The atmosphere is great, so it won't be a waste even if we stay for an hour or two."

Lisa immediately smiled and intimately linked her arm with Eva's. "Eva, you're so good to me. We sisters must always be together."

The two of them stayed in the bar. During that time, three or four men approached Eva with drinks, hoping to have a drink with her and make friends, but Eva politely declined all of them. After being rejected, the previous men all left gracefully.

When the last man, who had been refused by Eva, asked why, he didn't want to leave and just stood there, looking at her curiously. "Sorry, miss, can I ask why?"

"The reason for rejecting me," the man lightly smiled. "After all, I don't think making a friend would be a bad thing."noveldrama

Eva seemed to understand what he was thinking. "Because I'm already married."

Upon hearing this, a brief flash of disappointment appeared in his eyes, but after a moment, he looked at her and shrugged. "Alright, since that's the case, I won't disturb you."

After he left, Lisa teased Eva, "You're so ruthless, rejecting younger men like that. In the past, you were a bit more considerate, but now you just directly crush their hopes."

Eva shrugged. "Don't you think this way of handling things is better? It saves a lot of trouble."

"Do you still want a boyfriend in the future?"

"What's a boyfriend? I have two adorable children. Aren't they just as good as a man?"

Hearing this, Lisa thought of the two cute little kids in Eva's house and instantly felt envious. "Damn it, if I had such adorable children, I feel like I could also do without a man. You think... should I just sleep with that handsome guy the next time I see him?"

Eva choked on her hot drink.

Lisa panicked, "Are you okay?" She quickly took out tissues to wipe Eva's mouth, inadvertently causing the hot drink to spill on Eva's white coat, leaving obvious stains.

"It won't come off. I'll go to the restroom and clean up," Eva blocked her movement.

"I'll go with you."

"No need, don't you still need to keep watch on your crush here?"

Lisa hesitated for a few seconds before saying, "Good friend, thank you for your sacrifice. When I get married, I'll make you my honored guest."

Eva smiled and left.

She went to the restroom to tidy her coat, but there wasn't anything special she could do. She could only use water to clean it. Thankfully, it was a coat; if it were the clothes inside, she would have frozen today.

By the time she finished cleaning and came out, a long time had passed.

Since the coat was still wet, Eva carried it with her as she walked back.

In the bar hall, Eva couldn't see Lisa at her previous spot, so she had to search around. Soon, she spotted her in another corner.

There was a man sitting across from her, his head bowed, drinking.

The man's knuckles holding the glass were slender and distinct, leading up to strong forearms. There was a delicate wristwatch on his wrist, the style of which...

At the moment she saw the style, Eva felt as if a string in her mind had instantly snapped.

This wristwatch....