I Slept with My Boss and Ran Away

Selene initially didn’t want to engage with Elsa and started walking into the house. However, considering that Elsa would eventually find out about her and Harvey, and their conflicts would only escalate, Selene stepped back and asked Elsa, “Where did you go just now?”

Selene stared directly at Elsa with piercing eyes that left no room for evasion. Mrs. Wilkinson also noticed that Elsa had changed her clothes, indicating she had been up for a while. Normally, Elsa would sleep in until around ten in the morning, but it wasn’t even nine yet, which was unusual.

Feeling guilty, Elsa avoided eye contact but maintained a calm exterior, smiling as she said, “I went out to buy something. Since you’re back, I went out to get you a gift. I bought you some flowers.”Property of Nô)(velDr(a)ma.Org.

Indeed, Elsa had bought flowers just to put on a show. She fetched the flowers and handed them to Selene. “These are for you.”

Mr. and Mrs. Wilkinson felt gratified seeing the sisters getting along so well. As parents, they were naturally happy.

Selene accepted the flowers. “Thank you.”

“Come inside and eat,” Mrs. Wilkinson said. “Elsa, your sister must be hungry; she hasn’t eaten breakfast yet.”

No one had eaten since they all went to pick up Selene early in the morning. The housekeeper had already prepared a hearty breakfast. Once everyone was seated, Selene said, “Mom, Dad, John, Elsa, let me propose a toast to all of you.”

Elsa always called her sister affectionately, so Selene reciprocated for appearances’ sake, mainly for their parents’ benefit.

John chimed in, “Yes, let’s all have a drink together.”

Mr. Wilkinson smiled and said, “We should drink; it’s worth celebrating.”

Mrs. Wilkinson raised her glass. “Today my Sarah is back; I’m so happy we must have a toast.”

Elsa added, “Congratulations.”

The family clinked glasses and enjoyed a lively breakfast together.

After the meal, Mrs. Wilkinson pulled Selene aside to discuss details of her homecoming party or any specific requests she might have.

Selene never had many material demands. Before she could speak, Elsa interjected, “Mom, Sarah has gone through a lot and hasn’t enjoyed many good things before. We must throw the best party for her this time.”

This comment subtly hinted at Selene’s past hardships. To this day, Elsa didn’t know what Selene used to do and assumed she came from some remote area.

Mrs. Wilkinson didn’t catch the underlying meaning of Elsa’s words, and Selene couldn’t be bothered to argue. She said, “Mom, you and Elsa can decide everything. I’m going out to meet a friend and will be back later.”

Mrs. Wilkinson casually asked, “Are you going to see Harvey?”

Hearing Harvey’s name made Elsa’s expression change slightly-was Selene going to see Harvey?

Elsa looked at Selene again while Mrs. Wilkinson realized she might have overstepped and quickly added with a smile to avoid upsetting Selene: “Go out and have fun with your friends; it’s good to be more outgoing and make more friends.”

As parents should respect boundaries when it comes to their children’s social circles, Mrs. Wilkinson was thoughtful about this matter. However, Selene didn’t mind explaining: “I’m not going to see Harvey; I’m meeting an old friend I didn’t get a chance to visit last time-Meredith.”

Hearing Meredith’s name reassured Mrs. Wilkinson. She smiled and said, “Alright then, take care. I’ve heard Meredith had a close call with a typhoon last year; it’s good that you’re visiting her.”

“Okay then, I’m off.”

After Selene left, Elsa immediately questioned Mrs. Wilkinson: “Mom, didn’t you tell me before that Harvey has a bad reputation? Why didn’t you say anything when Sis mentioned seeing Harvey?”

Regardless of whether Selene was actually going to see Harvey this time or not, Mrs. Wilkinson hadn’t objected earlier.

Mrs. Wilkinson felt awkward because she knew her younger daughter also liked Harvey: “Elsa dear, matters of the heart are unpredictable; it’s all about fate. Actually, Harvey and your sister make quite a good match. This morning he ran several red lights just to come pick her up. Your dad also looked into Harvey; he’s not that bad after all.”

“What? Harvey went to pick up Sarah?” Elsa was incredulous-she had drugged Harvey heavily; how could he still go pick up Selene?

She had called the hotel earlier and found out that Harvey hadn’t checked out yet.

Why was fate so unfair? Why did Harvey like Selene instead of her?