Victor was shocked by her words.
He responded timidly,
"So did you--" Before Victor could finish his words, William came out, roaring,
"Did you say yes? "
William's sudden appearance had taken Mary by surprise. An extraordinary expression of spite suddenly marred his handsome features.
"Why.. why are you here?" She spoke after she calmed down.
"Tell me, did you say yes? Mary!" he urged, ignoring her question.
"What do you want, William Lan?" This time it was Victor who spoke. He stood in front, blocking William from approaching Mary. Deep down, he too was eager to know what Mary had said to Barry. But at present, he had to deal with William.
"Victor, I'm fine. I don't want you to fight with him for my sake," Mary said, looking worried.
"But he is misbehaving, Mary!" Victor said, casting William a scornful glance.
"Mary!" William, who wasn't afraid of anyone, dragged Mary towards him. He demanded once again, "Tell me Mary, what did you say? I am willing to give you everything you want. I will make you the happiest woman!" He took a short pause to catch his breath and continued, "Won't you give me one last chance? Please don't marry him! You a
. "Mary, do you have a moment? I have something important to say."
"Okay." Mary turned to William and said, "Mr. Lan, could you please excuse us for a while?"
"Don't call me Mr. Lan!" he warned. But before she could react, he left the place.
'What a jerk!' she muttered under her breath.
Shrugging it off, she addressed Ena. "Ena, what's up?"
"Mary, I just… I just wanted to apologize." Biting her lips, Ena went on, "I have blurted out rubbish a while ago. It was only because I was too upset. Please don't take it to heart. I can assure you nothing of this sort will happen again."
"Alas! I thought something serious happened!" Mary waved her hand like it was not a big deal. Laughing, she said, "I've already forgotten all about it. Your apology was unnecessary."
"Thank you, Mary!" Relief brought a sincere smile to Ena's lips.
"I know young people lose temper easily. A bad mood can make people say awful things. You must be careful in the future." Mary gave her a piece of advice.
"Yes, Mary. I will."
After a short pause, Mary said, "What I said is true though. Being in love with Victor is difficult. But please remember that I am not your rival."