Unmasking the Heiress (Evangeline and Walte)
Bitten Once Shy Forever 246

Chapter 246

Evangeline snapped out of her reverie just in time to catch Alex's voice, heavy with a sigh. "They remind me so much of us."

'Us'?

If Alex himself said that, it had to be true.

At that moment, all the negativity, all the whispers and rumors, just did not matter anymore.

Evangeline felt a rush of excitement as she gave Alex a firm nod. "Maybe I'll try it out?"

Since she had parted ways with her old teacher, the violin had been gathering dust. She had not even thought about teaching.

She was not even sure she could actually teach anyone anything.

Alex's face lit up like a Christmas tree. If Evangeline was in, then it was practically a done deal.

Evangeline was tough as nails and a total perfectionist. She might not have taught before, but with her never-say-die attitude, she was bound to be a hit with the kids.

"Try it, then. Worst case, I'll chat with the higher-ups and get you a trial run, no strings attached. Once you're in the groove, we'll figure out the next steps.

Alex was quick on his feet, offering up this win-win plan like he had had it up his sleeve the whole time.

"Alex, you didn't just cook this up, waiting to spring it on me, did you?"

Evangeline eyed him with a hint of suspicion. The quick flash of awkwardness in his eyes told her everything she needed to know.

Caught in the act, Alex just chuckled. "I just can't wait to see you back in the

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spotlight with your violin."

He knew he had to switch gears fast or Evangeline might think he was up to something.

"Let's not wait for the stars to align. How about we head to the school's music room after dinner?" Alex suggested with a playful raise of his eyebrow, quickly adding, "Besides, I've got to crash at the school dorm tonight anyway."

"Alright, I'm on your wild ride now. What's the point in fighting it?" Evangeline rolled her eyes, clearly unimpressed. She knew exactly why Alex was not staying with the Gordons-no need to ask.

They locked eyes for a second and then burst out laughing.

Their laughter caught Walter's attention. His eyes were dark and intense, with red veins that looked like they could shoot fire any moment.

"Evangeline, that's way too much!"

Walter's hand was balled into a fist inside his sleeve, his anger barely contained as he marched over to them.

Evangeline checked the time. "Your welcome party is about to kick off. We should head back. Grandpa Trey will worry if we're late."

Alex paused, then nodded. "Right, let's wrap this up. We've got places to be."

They joked and laughed, and Evangeline moved behind Alex to push his wheelchair.

"Okay, okay, we'll be quick. I did promise you, after all,"

To Walter, their innocent banter sounded like a conspiracy. He could only think of one reason for a man and a woman to plan an outing together-a date. However, did they, his wife and his brother, even acknowledge his existence? Making their plans so openly?