"Wow, seriously?"
Ella put the cold beer on her lips and enjoyed the bitter taste as it went down her throat. "You know, I feel that Miss Ruth doesn't want anyone more attractive than her to steal Mr. Alfonso's attention."
Reid smiled at the corners of his lips. It was impossible for Ella not to notice how he was reacting, and she raised an eyebrow. Ella got up from her seat, leaned forward, and lightly flicked his forehead. Reid was surprised by her out-of-the-blue move.
"Ouch! That hurt!" Reid's words filled the room with a whiny tone. "What's that for?"
"Are you mocking me?" Ella made a pout with her lips as she looked at Reid. Ella grumbled something under her breath, and you could hear a hint of irritation. "Miss Ruth isn't beautiful. Oh, she's quite well-off, and she always takes
