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Chapter 33: Elizabeth to the Rescue

CARTER'S POV:

"What's wrong?" Elizabeth asked, calling after Carter.

"Nothing's wrong."

Carter's shoulders were tense, and he looked much smaller than he normally did, trying to hide from the world and, thus, Elizabeth.

"You ignore my calls, stop answering my texts, disappear with your ex, and now act like a brooding child." Elizabeth rolled her eyes, joining the chef on one of the chairs near the fire pit. "Clearly, something is the matter. You can tell me what's wrong, or I'll have to torture you for information. Your choice."

"And how exactly do you plan to torture me?"

"By organizing another PR party, inviting old money, and telling everyone that you need a hug. Especially the blonde ones with fake smiles."

Carter huffed. "I just feel like everything is empty."

"Everything?"

"Me."

Elizabeth sighed, moving her chair closer to Carter's.

"Is it because of your menu or our favorite bartender?"

"How do you…"