Chapter 28 Did You Think You Knew Me So Well ? 41 Finished After the older server's warning , Leander cast a quick glance at the young boss before narrowing his eyes and returning to his tasks . He wasn't particularly concerned about Daniel's interest in Madeline as long as it stayed within respectable bounds . However , he would not hesitate to step in decisively if things started to go awry . Leander was not very familiar with the work of a waiter at first . Still , after keen observation and adjustment , he soon mastered the art of serving , earning silent nods of approval from the veteran staff . His efficiency and dedication were apparent to all who watched him work . The bar's atmosphere shifted as a vibrant figure burst through the door . " Madeline ! " called out a voice that belonged to none other than Yvette . She chose a table tucked away in a corner , waving to her friend with a smile . Yvette cut a striking figure in her black dress , a perfect blend of sophistication and allure . She had initially planned an early night , but her father's comments about Leander had stirred something within her , so she came to unwind a bit and have a drink with Madeline . " Yvette ! " Madeline's face lit up as she approached her friend . " What brings you here tonight ? Don't you have class tomorrow ? " With a casual shrug , Yvette replied , " Oh , it's no big deal . Even if I have class , I can manage a couple of drinks as long as I don't get drunk . " She then turned to the bar and waved to Daniel . " Mr. Price , I'd like Madeline to join me for a few drinks . Is that okay ? " Her casual tone suggested she was a regular here and was comfortable with the bar owner . Daniel had been interested in Madeline since the first day she started working . He planned to pursue her throughout her entire high school years . Yvette was Madeline's close friend and the daughter of Linden Sitwell , one of the city's top ten entrepreneurs . Naturally , Daniel was very polite and quickly nodded in agreement . " Of course . No problem at all , " he replied , his eagerness to please barely concealed . " Madeline , you're free to join Miss Sitwell . We've got everything under control here ." With the bar well - staffed and Madeline having finished her duties , Daniel had no reason to refuse . If he weren't worried about appearing awkward , he might have joined the two stunning women for a drink himself . " Thanks , Mr. Price ! " Madeline said gratefully . She grabbed four Budweisers and joined Yvette at a booth . They sipped their drinks and chatted for about ten minutes before another striking young woman entered and joined them . It was Ginny , completing their trio . " Come on , confess ," Ginny teased as she slid into the booth . " How much have you two been drinking without me ? " 1/3 19:22 Sat , Oct 11 Chapter 28 Did You Think You Knew Me So Well ? 40 Finished The conversation quickly turned to gossip , with Ginny probing Yvette about her relationship with Colin . " I heard Colin's back in town . Any updates on you two ? " Madeline said , " Oh , and didn't your mom mention something about settling things between you two once you turn eighteen ? " Yvette's cheeks flushed as she playfully scolded her friends , " You two are so nosy . I'm only turning eighteen next month . No need to rush things ! " Ginny was not swayed , though . She warned Yvette , " Yvette , as your best friend , I have to tell you . Guys like Colin are rare . You won't find anyone better in Ravenridge . You should seize this opportunity ! Marrying Colin means you'll be set for life with billions . Where else will you find a guy like that ? " Madeline nodded in agreement . " Exactly . Colin is impressive . Even though he's just two years older , he's already compared to top business moguls . His future is very promising ! " Yvette knew they were right , of course . She had dreamed of marrying Colin since she was young . However , seeing Colin again , her old excitement didn't feel as strong tonight . Instead , she found herself picturing Leander's face . What's wrong with me ? Why am I thinking about him ? She shook her head in self - mockery . It felt ridiculous even to compare Leander to Colin . In terms of background , family , and skills , Leander was miles behind . Just then , Ginny's voice cut through her thoughts . " Wait a minute . Isn't that Leander ? " Yvette's head snapped up , following Ginny's gaze to see Leander in a server's uniform , delivering drinks and snacks with a humble , polite demeanor . " What's he doing here ? " Yvette frowned and looked at Madeline . " Leander said he wanted a job to work his way through school , and since I'm here too , he applied as a bar server to keep an eye on me ," Madeline explained . " Ha , I thought he was so impressive . He turned down our lunch offer and acted all high and mighty when I suggested a better job at the cafe . And now he's just another server in a bar ? " Ginny scoffed . She didn't mind prideful people , but if that person was not impressive , that attitude was just pathetic . Madeline was unaware of the backstory between Leander , Yvette and Ginny . She looked between them , unsure of what to say . Leander had noticed Yvette and Ginny arriving but had chosen to ignore them . After delivering the snacks and beer , he returned to the bar , passing by their table . 2/3 19:22 Sat , Oct 11 Chapter 28 Did You Think You Knew Me So Well ? " Leander! " Yvette suddenly called out to him . " Yeah ? " Leander turned slightly , his tone still neutral . 40 Finished Her eyes flickered before asking , " Why are you working here as a bar server ? " He casually responded , " Is there anything wrong about that ? " Then , Yvette raised an eyebrow and continued , " If you really needed a job , Ginny and I offered to help you find something much better yesterday . I know you're rejecting our help because of your pride . You think accepting our help would hurt your ego as a man , don't you ? Let me tell you , that's a childish and stubborn way of thinking . " Her tone shifted to that of a lecturing socialite . " You've helped my mom , saved Ginny and me , and you're old acquaintances with Madeline . We're your network , Leander . Why struggle on your own when you have such valuable resources at your disposal ? Finding you a good job would be easy for us . How do you expect to succeed in society if you're not using your connections ? " She wanted to make him understand how to leverage his connections and recognize his shortcomings . Leander stood still for a few seconds , a cold smile suddenly curling at his lips . " Yvette , " he said , his voice low and controlled , " do you really think you know me so well ? " Send Gifts 50 3/3 19:22 Sat , Oct 11