"What?""You're being insensitive!" Zayn did not know how to describe his current feelings, but he knew it was a mix of frustration and anger. "Didn't you say you've moved on from him? Why the sudden change of heart?"He had not done anything wrong recently, nor had he upset her. Why the sudden flip? Moreover, everything was fine just a moment ago!"I've never let go of the person I like," Rebecca's gaze met his as she spoke with utmost sincerity."Rebecca Smith!" Zayn angrily called her name, feeling like a fool.He pushed his food aside, speculating, "Did that Lloyd family guy say something to you? Didn't you say he already likes someone else? If that's the case, what's the point of you still liking him?"Even in such a situation, he could not bring himself to scold or accuse her. He was just angry at himself for being unable to keep her. If he had not expressed his feelings to her before and told her he had liked her for so long, would they still be best friends who could talk
Rebecca knew well what it meant to be protected as a 'little sister'. Hence, she had hidden all those feelings that should not have existed."A-Are you telling the truth?" Zayn was at a loss for words."Yes.""You really liked me before?""Yes.""We had a mutual crush?""Yes."Faced with Rebecca's resolute and straightforward answers, Zayn was so overjoyed that he could not find the right words to express himself. He felt like he was in a dream."You're not tricking me, are you?" Zayn pursed his lips, feeling a little conflicted. "You used to tell us that you liked the guy from the Lloyd family a lot.""I acted that way on purpose to make you believe it," Rebecca replied, feeling a bit foolish as she looked back. Sometimes, she quite admired Cynthia's straightforward personality. If she were Cynthia, she would have just confessed her feelings directly. If it worked out, they would be together; if she got rejected, she would move on with her life.That night, Zayn kept bombard
"Don't bring up old stuff.""Get lost now.""Becca...""If you don't move, I'll use force.""Alright!" Zayn immediately complied, obediently saying, "I'll go to the next room. Call me if you need anything."With that, he left. Zayn wanted to boast to Matthew, letting him know that he and Rebecca had been secretly admiring each other since they were young. Meanwhile, Matthew had just returned home and was having dinner with Cynthia. When he received Zayn's message, he simply replied, [If I were you, I wouldn't have the face to say that out loud.][Zayn: I know you're just jealous!][Matthew: What's there to envy about someone who doesn't even dare to confess.][Zayn: Rebecca and I have liked each other since we were young. Based on this, it's enough for you to be jealous.] Matthew looked at Zayn's message and tapped his phone. Instead of replying, he put his phone aside and focused on finishing his meal. After dinner, he went upstairs with Cynthia.Seeing him take out the
Cynthia held onto her phone tightly, attempting to reason with him, "The phone is my personal belonging. You can't just casually look through it.""I'm also your personal belonging. Have you been chatting with others about me behind my back?" Matthew approached her.Cynthia remained quiet, caught in a dilemma.Matthew seized the opportunity and asked, "Have you?""No.""Really?""Yeah..." Cynthia did not sound convincing. Matthew smiled, looking attractive as he teased, "Then swear that if the conversation you're having right now is about me, I'll have erectile dysfunction for the rest of my life."Cynthia's eyes widened. "Isn't that a little extreme?""Are you afraid?""Aren't you afraid I might be chatting about you, and then you'll truly have erectile dysfunction because of the oath?""No problem. If it really happens, I won't be the only one unhappy in bed," Matthew replied."Aren't you going to suffer more in this?" "Well, I don't mind it," Matthew said, awaiting
Cynthia had to change the subject, saying, "Let's talk about this matter after we're married.""Answer now, and I'll let you go chat with them." Matthew made it clear he wanted an answer."You're impossible.""Mmhmm.""Such a brat.""You could put it that way.""You don't keep your promises.""True."Cynthia was exasperated. Obviously, the conversation was not going anyway.Seeing her looking somewhat annoyed, Matthew smiled faintly and asked, "Have you figured out your choice?""I choose option three. You can do it yourself." Cynthia's mind worked quickly, and while saying the second half of the sentence, she started to make her escape.With that, she slipped out of his embrace, but Matthew easily caught her again.Cynthia slipped away again.In a matter of seconds, they had gone back and forth several times.In the end, Matthew decided to go easy, allowing her to slip from his grasp. Even if Cynthia's reactions were lightning-fast, she could not escape him.Watching Cy
"I can only think of a reason why Captain is here and ask you to keep a secret." Cynthia was instantly alert.Ellora asked, "What is it?"Matthew, however, was no longer composed. He was well aware that Cynthia had probably figured it out."Proposal." Cynthia's gaze fixed on Ellora, observing her reactions. "Am I right?"She did not stare at Matthew because she knew how skilled he was at acting, and trying to detect any flaw on his face was unlikely.Unfortunately, she forgot one thing.Ellora was an actress.A very talented actress, at that.Upon hearing Cynthia's words, though she was taken aback, Ellora only offered a smile, staying silent. Cynthia was stunned, wondering if she had guessed it wrong. "Do you want me to propose to you that badly?" Matthew was relieved that Ellora did not give anything away.Cynthia stayed quiet, still thinking if her guess was wrong, as her gaze shifted between the two of them. If it was not a proposal, then what was it?"I'll take you t
Seeing that Chyler was not replying to his message despite waiting for quite some time, Joshua sent another question mark to him. He knew that Chyler was going to see Ellora today, so he kept his phone in front of him, waiting for a response. Moreover, any news about Cynthia would be considered 'bad news'. After waiting for a while longer, there was still no reply from Chyler. Hence, Joshua thought of putting his phone aside and focusing on work. However, thoughts of Cynthia consumed his mind, and without a response from Chyler, he could not concentrate on his work.When Yoel visited Joshua, he saw him distracted and immediately knew it must be related to Cynthia. "Mr. Neal, there's a project on the 12th at Jiverton that needs you to handle personally. Should I reschedule it for you?" Yoel reported the work-related matter.Jiverton was a place filled with various complex emotions for Joshua. Everything good and bad had happened there. Although Joshua had been sleeping well lately
As for the remaining two, their interaction felt natural. After Cynthia left, Chyler folded baby clothes while chatting with Ellora, "I bought some clothes and daily necessities for Julie. Will you accept them?""Okay.""I also bought something for you...""No need." Ellora's refusal was straightforward. She accepted the things he got for Juliette only because Juliette was his daughter. As her father, he had the right to provide for her. However, their personal relationship was over, and there was no need for gifts.Chyler had already anticipated this outcome but still felt slightly disappointed. He was relieved he had not taken out the gifts yet."Julie won't wake up for a while; you can go about your own business." Ellora did not want to spend too much time alone with him and continued, "I'll let you know when she wakes up.""It's fine. I'll wait."Ellora was helpless but had no other way to ask him to leave. Chyler wanted to ask Ellora something, yet he could not find the r