Episode # 17
The sun begins to set as the part rages on the pool of Isabella's sprawling mansion.
Lucien's friends and schoolmatesgathers around toasting to his victory in the Elite school tennis match.
Lucien couldn't help but bask in the glory of his achievement, smiling from ear to ear as he accepts congratulations from everyone around him.
In the admits of the celebration, He sees Sophie making his appearance.
Lucien(ML)
Sophie! *mutters to himself*
Everyone couldn't believe their eyes as the see her approaching, her beauty leaving them speechless.
Jake (Lucien bestie)
*whispers to Lucien.* Who is she? She's pretty.
As Lucien watches from a distance, he couldn't help but feel a twinge of jealousy as he sees his schoolmates talking to her, laughing and enjoying her company.
He feels a pang of regret as he realizes he is stuck with Emma.
Curiosity got the best of his friends as they approach Sophie, asking her how is she related to Lucien.
Before she could respond, Julia interferes in with a mischievous grin.
Julia (Lucien's sister)
Oh, she's his sister. The adopted one.
She exclaims, causing a ripple of laughter to pass through the crowd.
Sophie smiles warmly, playing along with the joke as she embraces her role as Lucien's sister.
As they continue laughing as they listen to Julia making fun of Sophie. He feels his temper rising.
Without a second thought, he quickly excuses himself from Emma seriously approaches Sophie, he gently takes her hand.
Lucien(ML)
It's me, Lucien.
Sophie (FL)
*smiles* Heyy ...
Lucien(ML)
Let's get out of here.
He guides her away from the party, seeking a moment of privacy.
He asks quietly, his voice filled with concern.
Lucien(ML)
I'm sorry, my sister can be really immature sometimes.
Sophie smiles reaching out to gently caress his cheek.
Sophie (FL)
It's okay, people can be ignorant sometimes, but I know you care about me and that's all that matters.
Lucien(ML)
I'm so sorry you had to deal with that. I'll talk to my sister and make sure she understands that kind of behavior is not acceptable.
Sophie nods, her face turning towards him despite her blindness, her eyes reflect trust and love.
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