I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 362 Elena wasn't sure if she was remembering correctly , so she asked her driver , " Rhea is Nathan's sister , right ? " " Yes , Ms. Austin . " " And in her friend group , there's someone named Kate ? " The driver replied again , " Yes , Ms. Austin . " " And the woman involved with Rhea's ex is named Lauren , right ? " " That's right , Ms. Austin . " Elena was rendered speechless . She didn't know what was going on . Kate was now with Lauren , and they seemed familiar with each other . What was happening here ?

Elena realized she had been far too out of touch with matters in Draventh , so she asked Kieran's assistant to quickly find out for her . Half an hour later , Kate finally got to see Elena , who had arrived fashionably late . Elena greeted her with a warm smile . " Kate , long time no see . " Kate welcomed Elena with the grace reserved for esteemed guests . " Please , have a seat . After all these years , you're still as beautiful as ever . " Elena had heard this kind of courtesy compliment too many times . She knew her own looks well enough .

Looking at the poised , gentle woman across from her , Elena couldn't imagine that Kate could actually backstab someone . However , she kept all her thoughts to herself . Her only curiosity was why Kate spent time with Lauren . Had she really gotten so treacherous behind the scenes ? " I've been thinking of picking up sketching again , so I thought of you . I didn't expect your number to be the same . Eryham's not far from Draventh . We should keep in touch more . " Kate stood and poured Elena a cup of tea . Elena lowered her gaze . " I'm not used to tea .

" Kate asked , " What would you like then ? Coffee ? " " Just water is fine . " " Okay . " Kate called over a waiter to bring plain water . After hearing about the recent drama in Draventh's high society , Elena let out a long sigh . She really didn't get it . Did she have a face that looked so easy to manipulate ? Why did everyone keep scheming to use her ? Elena thought that she came across as sharp and decisive . After Kate closed the door , Elena glanced at a small mirror and sighed . " Elena , what's wrong ? " Elena put the mirror down . " I'm just ... troubled .

" 1/2 Chapter 362 " Troubled ? Do you want to tell me about it ? Maybe I can help . " Kate's voice was gentle . Elena shook her head . " Maybe not . I heard your family's in some trouble . I shouldn't bother you with it . " +25 BONUS Kate was stunned for a moment , clearly surprised that Elena would say it so plainly . She lowered her head and let out a soft laugh . " You're right . I am dealing with some issues right now . " " I see . " Kate was shocked by that reply . After all , she had expected to be asked about what had happened . But Elena didn't ask that .

Instead , she asked , " Hasn't the food arrived yet ? I'm a little hungry . " However , Kate hadn't ordered anything . She had assumed that Elena wouldn't eat at this time , so she only ordered tea . Kate hurriedly got up , saying , " Maybe the kitchen is busy today . I'll check with them . " " Thanks . That's kind of you . " Elena rested her chin on her hand . After Kate left the private room , Elena pulled out her phone and sent Nathan a text . " Mr. Ravelle , Kate is your sister's friend , right ? " Nathan replied a minute later , " What about Kate ? " She texted back , " Oh , nothing .

I just happened to see her with a woman named Lauren . I've heard a bit about what's been happening in Draventh and thought I must be mistaken . " Nathan immediately called Elena , but she quickly rejected it . Just then , Kate returned to the room . " I checked . There are indeed a lot of people today . " This restaurant had both a tea room and a reception room . Kate had assumed Elena wouldn't be eating at this hour , so she hadn't ordered food . She had just gone to place an order and asked the restaurant to rush it . " I'm just curious how good the food is here at your favorite spot .

I'm actually not really that hungry , " Elena said .