Chapter 156

But if Jay did not like Zoe, why would he sacrifice himself for Zoe's sake?

"Things are complicated between them," John explained. "I'm keeping the details confidential for Jay since Jay is my friend and elder, but the bottom line is that they can't be together."

Cordy was actually annoyed that John was openly keeping something from her.

Still, John suddenly gave in. "It's not as if I can't tell you…"

Cordy, however, did not believe that John was that agreeable. Especially considering his cunning nature!

"But since this concerns my family's privacy, I'm afraid I can't reveal it to someone outside the family. That said, you'll have the right to know everything if you marry me."

John said it as if it was only natural, leaving Cordy speechless.

She already wanted to comment on Alan Levine being as devious as a snake, but it seemed now that the Levines were all a nest of vipers.

"Anyway," John continued. "Zoe can sleep over at your place for a few days. I'll tell her to move out on