Chapter 84: No Need to Play Pretend

Chase glanced at her, a smirk playing on his lips. "Hey, no need to play pretend." Eliana raised an eyebrow. What's that supposed to mean? Was he doubting her or something? This time, no matter how drunk she was, she wouldn't go near him! Chase strolled into the kitchen, grabbing the steaks like a pro. They teamed up, cooking in sync, and whipped up some tasty side dishes. After clinking glasses, Eliana took a sip, feeling all fancy. "This wine's from my secret stash. Tasting it is like hitting the jackpot." "What's the deal with your uncle's situation?" Chase asked, taking a swig of the wine, surprisingly smooth. "That bunch won't let up, will they?" Eliana shrugged. "But hey, Colin can handle himself. And nobody's laying a finger on that necklace." "That chick seems fishy. Not sure she's into marrying your uncle," Chase warned, his eyebrows furrowed. Eliana had already sussed that out. Otherwise, why did she ask them to get hitched before house hunting? She chugged her wine