Rejected as a Commoner, Wanted as an Heir

Cardiac Arrest

~ Lauren ~

I wasn't the only one disappointed at the chauffeur's News. Aiden also was.

'He apologizes for not being able to make it too and permitted me to bring you both to the venue'. He added politely. I glanced at Aiden who apprehensively gripped the hem of his jacket. He really wanted Christian around.

'Why is he not able to make it? He promised me he will come around...' he whined

'Something really urgent came up, Mr. Palmer. He had to attend to it.'

Aiden inclined his head, still very unhappy.

'This way, please'

'Sure.'

I held his palm reassuringly and followed the Chauffeur into the car. Christian also sent one of his guards who's supposed to make sure we're safe throughout the time spent outside. That was generous enough. One thing I really wanted to know is why he couldn't make it. He had a soft spot for Aiden and he isn't a type who'd break off appointment at the last minute.

We were half way to our destination when the man beside us answered a call. Whatever was being