---- most perfect person in the world. But after the pain I experienced in my previous lifetime, nearly all of my feelings for her had disappeared. Without accepting the sandwich, I said, "I've already eaten. You should give this sandwich to someone who wants it." Taken aback by my reaction, Eliza looked at me witha frown. "What on earth has gotten into you lately? Nothing is going on between Carl and me. We only hung out a few times with our families around. Is that reason enough for you to be jealous this whole time? In any case, Carl and I have never spent time alone together before." I raised my eyebrows in surprise. Not only did Eliza and Carl behave flirtatiously in front of me, but they had already hung out in private as well. So what if they hadn't spent any time alone together thus far? Everyone was keen for them to end up together. If things proceeded as they did in my previous lifetime, ---- Carl was going to attend the college across the street from the one Eliza attended. They would remain intimately involved in each other's lives to the very end. After recalling the way I'd died the last time around, I sighed. I didn't want to live that life again. At my silence, Eliza seemed to compromise, but her attitude remained lofty. "Fine. I'll allow you to carry on with your studies. You can join me in Northcrest and attend college there. That way, you can still take care of me." She made it sound like she was doing me a favor. "Carl and I are only spending time together because it benefits both our families. In the end, you're still the one I'm marrying. As a guy, you shouldn't get jealous so easily. You should be more understanding and open -minded." Eliza had more to say, but J interrupted her, saying, "I got it." At last, I met her gaze. I was worried she could tell ---- that I was lying as I continued, 'When the time comes, I'll apply to a college in Northcrest." Hearing that, Eliza exhaled in relief. ''Was that so hard? You should've just gone with this from the start instead of making me waste so much of my time and effort on this." Thanks to the strong morning breeze, Eliza began coughing rather heavily. She stood still, waiting to see what I would do. I shielded her from the wind and patted her back to ease her coughing, like I always did. At last, Eliza's expression improved. She even looked a little smug. Resisting the urge to leave, I accompanied her as she slowly walked back to the classroom. Once I got back to my desk, I started reviewing my lessons. I needed to improve my scores a bit if I wanted a guaranteed spot at Southwell University's School of Education. However, as long as I got in, Eliza and I would be separated by the entire country. She would be up in ---- the north while I would be down in the south. We would never see each other ever again. In the latest episode of ReelTalk, titled "Queen Bee Meets Queen Bee," the infamous Daniela Couso reunites with Sarah Moliski for a buzzworthy discussion. Dive into the world of these legendary villains as they unveil the realities behind their captivating personas. Exploring themes of power, rivalry, and intrigue, this ongoing romance series delves deep into the complexities of characters like Daniela and Sarah. Witness the clash of two formidable personalities as they navigate love, ambition, and deception in a world where nothing is as it seems. What sets this narrative apart is its intricate character dynamics and the magnetic pull between its leading ladies. Experience the allure of forbidden desires and hidden agendas in a story that promises twists at every turn. Ready to uncover the secrets that bind these queens together? Available to read at CrushReel for those eager to unravel the mysteries within.