Back to the Past: Breaking the Love Spell

Chapter 443

The afternoon was packed with classes. Just before school ended, Carlisle handed Susan an application to participate in the class council. He was running for class monitor.

After reading Carlisle's application, a faint smile appeared on Susan's face.

Wanda's break from school had spurred Carlisle into action. He was determined to better himself, likely to avoid disappointing Wanda.

Carlisle caught up with Luna and Queenie at the school gates.

"Queenie, Luna..." he called out, stopping them in their tracks.

"Carlisle, I love what you've done with your hair..."

Luna eyed Carlisle's hairstyle with a smile.

Carlisle ignored Luna's comment and turned to Queenie.

"Got a moment? I'd like to treat you both to some coffee!"

"Sure!"

Queenie nodded. She already had an inkling of what Carlisle wanted from her.

She would've usually ignored him, but she had heard from Zachary about the afternoon signing ceremony between Carlisle and Gareth. The news had taken her by surprise.

Zachary thought Carlisle had somehow tricked Gareth into investing in his company, but Queenie thought differently. Wanda had always been sharp, so anyone she fancied must be exceptional.

Carlisle had proven his worth at the bonfire party, and it was no secret that he was close to Zachary's relatives, Lethan and Shania. He was likely even doing business with them.

Queenie suspected that Gareth's attendance at the Riverland University bonfire party was primarily for Carlisle. Someone capable of establishing Scarlet Corporation wouldn't be easily duped into a 200 million investment by a college freshman.

At Papplewick Tea Shop, Queenie and Luna ordered their favorite drinks while Carlisle stuck to a regular coffee. Sitting by the window, Carlisle stared blankly at the seat beside him.

"Thinking about Wanda again?" Luna asked, sipping her drink.

Carlisle snapped back to reality and turned to Queenie.

"I"

"I know what you're going to ask," Queenie interrupted.

She sighed and continued, "I don't know where Mr. Thompson has taken Wanda, and neither does Zachary..."

"I see..."

Carlisle's last bit of hope was crushed.

Luna suddenly chimed in, "Mr. Thompson must have taken Wanda to a neurologist or a psychiatric rehabilitation hospital!"

"That's not exactly helpful," Queenie retorted before stirring her coffee.

After a few sips of her coffee, Queenie looked at Carlisle earnestly.

"Listen to me, Carlisle. Give up on Wanda. You two will never be together."

Luna glanced at Queenie disapprovingly.

"Why do you have to be such a wet blanket? Carlisle and Wanda are perfect for each other. Why can't they be together?"

"You don't understand," Queenie said with an undecipherable expression on her face.

A thought dawned on Luna, and her eyes widened.

"Wanda isn't betrothed, is she? I've heard that many wealthy families have arranged marriages!"

Queenie was caught off guard by Luna's words.

With Carlisle staring intently at her, she quickly said, "Don't be ridiculous. I don't know anything about her family's affairs."

Carlisle noticed Queenie's unease but didn't read too much into it. Wanda being in an arranged marriage seemed unlikely. In his previous life, Wanda had married a senior executive from Thompson Group.

Not getting the answers he sought, Carlisle excused himself.ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

"I have some other matters to attend to..."

He paid at the counter and left the shop.

Luna watched Carlisle's leave and sighed.

"Why is it so hard for true lovers to end up together?"

As soon as Carlisle had left the shop, his phone rang. It was Phoebe.

"Carlisle, Mr. Ziegler has agreed to invest in the company. He's staying at Imperial Hotel. We can meet him now."

Phoebe didn't ask if Carlisle had apologized to Liam, as it would have been impolite. She simply appreciated his efforts for the company. However, Carlisle's next words shocked her.

"I've found a new investor. Someone will contact you tomorrow." Carlisle hung up, leaving Phoebe stunned.