Chapter 100 - Meeting Billie Yves (1/2)

Jean looked at Caspar and Finland and then turned to Katia. He was as surprised by their presence as they were by his. He thought that he should be the one surprised seeing them all in the same place.

”Do you still want to meet Billie?” Jean asked Finland. ”She will be leaving soon.”

Instantly, Katia and Finland's faces seemed to relax. Maybe Jean didn't hear Katia's words just now. They didn't need to worry about him.

”Hello, Jean. What are you doing here?” Katia asked in a friendly voice.

”Oh, I am helping Billie Yves's manager tonight. Are you invited by the host too?” asked Jean.

”Yes. We happen to be in the same circle of friends,” Katia answered. ”I'm also a fan of Billie's. I've watched her concerts three times.”

”Do you want to come with us backstage to meet Billie?” Jean asked again.

”Uhm, no need. I'm not feeling well. Just convey my best wishes to her.” Katia shook her head. She couldn't stand seeing Finland for much longer, let alone follow her backstage.

”Sorry, I want to meet Billie for a while,” Finland kissed Caspar's cheek and excused herself from the others. ”Nice to meet you.”

Caspar held Finland's hand briefly and rubbed her cheeks before sending her away. ”I'm waiting here.”

”Okay, see you later.”

The sight made Katia's heart ache and she had to hold on to Alexei so she would not shake.

”We came to say goodbye, but it turned out that the bride went off with another man.” Alexei said sarcastically. ”Then we'll excuse ourselves.”

”Excuse me, too,” Katia said in a weak voice. He took Alexei's hand and followed him to leave Caspar. Sophia followed them.

Caspar stood still in his place. He watched Katia's interaction with Alexei and tried to guess the relationship between them. Aldebar then approached Caspar and escorted him to his table to enjoy the food.

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