Filed to story: That Campus Prince Is a Girl
He already knew that Cameron had lied to him on purpose back then.
But he was totally over it now.
It didn’t bother him anymore.
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He didn’t have the slightest bit of hostility toward Bradley.
Bradley said, “Long time no see. Your concert was a real siircess. Congratulations.”
Austin smiled, “Thank you”
Cameron had already walked up to the two of them.
Austin beamed at Cameron and said, “Cam, it’s been such a long time.”
Cameron replied, “It really has”
Austin looked at Cameron, not holding back his praise. “Cam, you’re so dashing in a suit, and absolutely gorgeous in a dress, can’t take my eyes off you.
Cameron smiled, “Thank you”.
Bradley said, “How about we find a place to sit down and catch up?”
Austin nodded. “Sounds good.”
Then the three of them headed to the restaurant Bradley had booked.
Originally, it was supposed to be a table for two, but they ended up adding another chair at the last minute.
Most of the people in the restaurant were couples, so three people sharing a table like them really stood out.
Once they’d ordered, Bradley poured Cameron a glass of red wine.
He was about to pour one for Austin too, but Austin waved him off.
“Brad, you two go ahead. I don’t drink. I’ve got to look after my voice,” Austin said with a grin,
He didn’t smoke or drink, and barely even ate spicy food.
So Bradley ordered him a drink instead.
Bradley acted like the host, while Austin was clearly the guest.
Austin raised his glass. “Cam, I saw the news. Seriously, you’re incredible. You solved a huge problem for humanity. Congratulations!” “Thank you,” Cameron said, clinking her glass lightly against his. “And congratulations to you too. Your concert was a big success. Austin smiled at Cameron. “Thanks, Cam, but what I did is nothing compared to you. You’re honestly incredible.”
There was a bright light in his eyes, full of admiration and appreciation.
Bradley pressed his lips together for a moment before asking, “Austin, did you come back by yourself? Where’s your girlfriend?”
Austin replied, “Brad, I don’t have a girlfriend yet. But don’t worry, I’m not here to fight you for Cam. She’s like family to me now
Bradley’s lips quirked up. “I’m not worried about you trying to steal her.”
Austin laughed. “Brad, you’re still as confident as
Bradley thought, ‘Still that confident? Did I fight Austin for Cameron before? Did I come out on top back then?
The answer remained a mystery.
Bradley gave Cameron a silent look.
Noticing his gaze, Cameron mot his eyes for a moment before turning back to Austin.
“Austin, are you planning to stay in Vermont?” she asked.
Austin shook his head. “Cam, I just came back to see you and to play a concert while I’m here. My life is still in Varven, so have to head back there
“You’re always welcome to come back,” Bradley said.
Austin grinned, “Brad, I wouldn’t miss your wedding with Cam for anything. So, when are you two getting married?”
Cameron kept silent for a while.
Bradley also said nothing
Then he looked at Cameron, his eyes full of dating affection. “As long as Cam wants to, we can get married anytime.”
Cameron said, “Not thinking about it for now”
Bradley fell silent.
Austin joked, “Cam, do I still have a chance?”
Bradley cut in for Cameron, “No chance for you”
Cameron didn’t deny it.
Austin got the hint.
He grinned, “Just kidding.”
He lifted his glass. “Cam, Brad, wishing you both all the happiness! It’s been a long journey since our school days. It wasn’t easy getting here.”
“Thanks,” Bradley said with a smile.
Cameron hesitated for a moment before picking up her glass, but in the end, she still said, “Thank you”
Austin wasn’t there to cause any trouble.
He just wanted to come back and see Cameron,
After all, Cameron had once been the only light in His dark world. s a pleasant affair, and Bradley picked up the check
Dinner was a
After the meal, Austin said goodbye to Cameron and Bradley
“Brad, Cam, this is my address. When you two tie the knot make sure to send me an invitation,” he said.
“Of course,” Bradley replied, taking the card from him.
Austin had started his own music company, with himself as the only artist. The whole place was set up just for him.
“Bye, Cam Bye, Bradi” Austin called out, waving his hand.
“See y you,” Cameron replied.
They said their goodbyes just like old friends.
The prudges from the past had long since faded away with time.
Cameron and Bradley stood together on the neon it street, watching as Austin’s Rolls-Royce merged into the river off tra
Just as Cameron was about to turn away, she felt her hand, hanging loosely at her side, gently taken by Bradley.
On reflex, Cameron tried to pull her hand back, but Bradley only tightened his grip.
Cameron lifted her gaze to meet Bradley’s eyes.
Bradley was looking at her with deep affection. “Cam…”
Even through his gold-rimmed glasses, Cameron could clearly read every emotion in his eyes
Bradley squeezed her hand gently and said in a soft voice, “Let me take you home.”
“Okay.” Cameron nodded.
Bradley kept holding her hand, just to see how she’d react. it Cameron tried to pull away, he’d let go in a heartbeat. traffic.
He wondered why he suddenly had the courage to hold her hand. Maybe it was because Austin had just wished them happiness, and Cameron had actually thanked him for it
She didn’t say anything to contradict him.
She accepted it, just like that.
‘After more than a month together, is Cam finally starting to accept ne? Bradley wondered to himself,
