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Chapter 19 The group of five left the Epicurean Club together . Eliana's phone buzzed with an incoming call - it was Owen . " Hey , Owen , what's up ? " Eliana answered . Owen's warm , familiar voice came through the line . " Eliana , how's your first day going ? Do you like Isonstead University ? " " Of course , I love it ! " she said cheerfully . " I hear some background noise . Are you not on campus ? " Owen asked , a trace of concern in his tone .

Before Eliana could explain , Thomas snatched the phone from her . " Yo , Owen ! It's me . Thomas . Don't worry about Eliana . After the freshman party , we took her out for a bit of fun . We're planning to hit up a hotpot spot later . Relax , I'll make sure she gets back in one piece . " Eliana didn't have many friends since moving to Dratora City , so Owen felt reassured hearing that Thomas was with her . Still , his protective instincts kicked in . Thomas , don't take her anywhere sketchy .

If you do " Aw , come on , Owen ! You think I'd dare ? It's not just me and Eliana . Cameron's with us too . We've got everything under control , " Thomas replied , half - joking . " Cameron's there ? Alright , then . Just make sure she's back by nine . " " Got it . Relax , man . Talk later Thomas hung up , handing the phone back to Eliana . " All sorted . " Owen might have had his doubts about Thomas , but hearing Cameron was with them completely put him at ease .

Meanwhile , Owen's confidence in Cameron wasn't misplaced . Unlike most of Dratora City's wealthy young men , Cameron had a squeaky - clean reputation . He was the kind of guy who wouldn't touch smoky bars or sleazy joints with a ten - foot pole . Cameron's family background was unique compared to Thomas and the rest , whose families were all in business . Cameron came from a prominent political family known for its strict principles , y or vice .

The Wrights were practically royalty in the political world , and their family rules were notoriously rigid . Growing up , Cameron had been groomed to follow the straight and narrow , with no tolerance for frivolity or Knowing Cameron was around , Owen had every reason to trust Eliana was in good hands . Eliana took her phone and asked skeptically , " What did my brother say ? " Thomas smirked . " He said you've gotta be back by nine and that we should have a good time . He's chill .

" " Really ? " Eliana's brow furrowed , not fully buying it . Thomas never struck her as someone to take things seriously . ' How could Owen say something like that ? ' Eliana asked inwardly . " Come on , I'm your cousin ! You don't trust me ?" Thomas said , feigning hurt . Eliana muttered under her breath , " Not when you're this unreliable … " " What did you say ? Thomas asked . Eliana looked up with a bright smile .

" Oh , nothing They arrived at the barbecue restaurant and booked a private room . As they settled into their seats , Thomas was about to sit next to Cameron when Cameron shot him a look of clear disdain . Catching on immediately , Thomas turned to Eliana and said , " Eliana , why don't you sit here ? 1/3 Eliana hesitated . " Isn't that your seat ? " Thomas gently grabbed Eliana's shoulder and guided her into the chair . Just take it . No need to stand on ceremony with me .

" Once everyone was seated , they started ordering . They were very attentive to Eliana , asking her what she wanted . She mentioned a few dishes , and they ordered each one . " If it's not enough , we can always get more , they assured her. Soon , the food arrived , and they began the meal . Eliana noticed that the dishes they ordered were quite unusual , with many raw ingredients .

Landon ordered the server to cook all the dishes Eliana had selected , except for the raw ones they'd chosen together . " Landon , you're not seriously going to make them eat this raw , are you ? " Eliana asked , raising a skeptical eyebrow . Landon smirked . " Eliana , it's not eating raw . It's … reconnecting with nature ." Eliana gave Thomas a look dripping with sympathy before starting to cook her food . She loved barbecue , especially crispy bacon and tender beef ribs .

Picking up a rib with her fork , she dipped it into the pot , letting it sizzle Eliana was a bit surprised and looked at Cameron . " Aren't you gonna eat ? " " I'm not into barbecue , Cameron replied matter - of - factly . Then why are you even here ? ' she muttered under her breath . Still , she happily accepted the offering , being a fan of all things spicy and savory , The other three exchanged meaningful glances as Cameron continued to serve Eliana .

Thomas caught on immediately : Cameron had a thing for his cousin . Cameron , despite his apparent indifference to the food , busied himself cooking for Eliana , playing the role of her personal chef . Eliana . didn't mind one bit - it saved her the trouble . When the super spicy barbecue sauce came out , though , the real drama began .. Landon fetched a bowl of barbecue sauce with lots of chilies in it , and pushed it toward Thomas . " Eat up , " he said , his grin wicked .

Thomas froze , staring at the bowl . "You're kidding me , right ? " " Hell no . Tommy ! You think I've got time to joke around ? If you're mad , blame Eliana . It was her idea for this punishment . She clearly wants you to walk in upright and crawl out sideways tonight " Their laughter filled the private room . Eliana , sipping her drink couldn't hold back and burst into giggles , nearly choking on her water . Face flushed from the heat , she teased , " Come on , Thomas , man up . Worst case ?

You'll need your stomach pumped later . But you wouldn't want to lose face in front of everyone , would you ? If you don't drink it , who's gonna respect you next time ? " Thomas threw his head back in disbelief . " Eliana , are you serious ? I thought you'd back me up , but you're just fanning the flames ! " Eliana smiled innocently , batting her lashes . " What can I say ? I side with logic , not blood ." Landon clapped his hands , roaring with laughter . " Eliana , you're a damn gem !

" The group couldn't help but marvel at her audacity . Most women they knew wouldn't dare utter half of what she did , let alone stir the pot like this . Eliana wasn't done yet . " According to the rules , Adam should drink too . You guys are brothers , right ? Share the joy , share the pain ! " Adain nearly dropped his chopsticks . " Me ? No way . You love that spicy sauce so much , you eat it ! " He definitely didn't want to share this punishment .

" Sorry , Eliana , even if I wanted to eat it , I can't . The rules say one person punishes another . Landon punishes Tommy , and my 3/3