Chapter 80B

“What did you just say?” I asked Brian, a frown on my face.

“I– I… I can explain.” He immediately took off his apron from his body, rushing to me.

“Lyric is there?” The panic in Jordan’s voice could be heard over the phone.

I turned around, storming off, my fists clenched to its side.

“Wait! It’s not what you think it is!” He called, his steps thundering behind me.

I increased my pace but he caught up with me and grabbed my wrist, forcing me to a halt.

“Let me go!” I hollered, yanking my hand from his grip.

“Please hear me out. I promise it’s not what you think.” His face was paler than it was, his breath quickening.

“What do you mean? Are you crazy? Why would you propose to me but not want to marry me?” I screamed.

“That’s not what I meant, I promise. I swear, it’s not. Of course, I’d want to marry you. I won’t propose to you for clout.”

“You said otherwise earlier!” I snapped. My entire body was boiling. I could swear smoke was oozing out of my ears.

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