Chapter 568: Unexplained Anger!(Extra Story)
Alexander tightly gripped Aurora’s hand, his gaze turning icy as he swept his eyes over Brooke and Danielle.
"We’re all classmates, so why stir up trouble and ruin the atmosphere? Just because Aurora surpasses you in every way, does that give you the right to behave so recklessly?"
He was her boyfriend after all, and the way he defended her so fiercely filled Aurora’s heart with warmth. She pressed her lips together and said softly, "Let’s just put this matter to rest."
Alexander let out a cold scoff. Brooke quickly apologized, tugging at Danielle—who still seemed eager to say more—and dragged her away.
Courtney shot Brooke a look of disdain. "That woman just can’t stand the fact that you two are together."
She knew exactly what kind of person Brooke was. And Alexander was no fool—he had to see through her little schemes.
"Forget it, don’t take the words of those lunatics to heart," Alexander said as he gently patted Aurora’s shoulder in reassurance. Aurora nodded. Ever since she became a public figure, the criticism and slander had only increased.
But she had gotten used to it. In just one year, she had changed drastically—she was no longer the naive girl she once was.
The tension in the room gradually eased. Alexander had a knack for lightening the mood, and soon, the private lounge was lively once again.
The waitstaff arrived with several rounds of beer, along with an assortment of delicate snacks.
Though the pricing here was several times lower than at the Elite Horizon Club, the quality of drinks reflected that gap.