Chapter 888

Finn stepped back from Avery, letting the strand of hair fall from his fingers.

"You're willing to be with me just for Kirk?"

Avery's tone said enough about her resolve. "I'll do anything and everything for him."

Finn narrowed his eyes when he saw the look of sheer determination in her eyes.

"Are you sure this is worth it? He won't know about this, and even if he did, he wouldn't have a change of heart. He only has eyes for Caroline."

Avery felt her body sway slightly at his words, but soon she recomposed herself and said, "It doesn't matter. I never wanted his heart."

Finn couldn't help but admire her for this. She was clear-headed and knew full well what she wanted. If not, she wouldn't have said such a thing.

Later, Finn walked back to his desk. Although he lowered his head slightly, his eyes never left Avery.

"It's a pity that I hadn't recorded our conversation just now," he said jokingly.

"Don't worry, though. I'm not the same as you. If I can't get ahold of someon