"Alex …" Drew couldn't believe that the person who stopped him was Alex! He stood there, stunned, and even forgot about his own sadness.He thought, "It's Alex! Alex is talking to me! Mom, I've made it! Alex even said that he'll see me in the next season!"Alex chuckled when he saw Draw's stunned look. Looking past the top of his head, he stared at the tunnel that led to the competition venue.Drew's teammates were all there. There stood a girl who looked pretty, and she was as good as anyone who competed in the championship.Alex retracted his gaze and lowered down his arms. "Your teammates are waiting for you. I hope to see you at the next competition. You are really good! Keep up!"Drew looked at him as his eyes turned teary. He didn't care that his former idol was standing in front of him and just bid farewell to Alex before running back to his teammates.With his towering six-foot height, the sight of him nestling in his coach’s arms brought about a moment of amusement.
Rebecca hesitated.What Daniel said was right. Even if she were to hang up the phone, David wouldn't blame her for that.After all, she had done such things quite a few times.However, she couldn't always comply with her own desires. She thought it was essential to consider the feelings of people around her.She decided to keep things simple with David and let him know that they could postpone the meeting if there was anything important.However, he had already lost his patience. Amid the noise of the venue, the ringtone fell silent.Rebecca lowered her head as she gazed at the missed call notifications on her phone screen with pursed lips.It seemed fate had decided for her and spared her from indecision.She thought missing the call might be for the best because answering the phone in this noisy environment wouldn't be good.Although David didn't call again, he sent a message.Due to their previous disagreement before leaving Fairport, she would feel awkward if she were to
Although Daniel's relationship with the Johnson family had somewhat improved, it didn't mean that the Johnson family had completely let go of any resentment toward him.Like a nail driven into a tree trunk, there would still be a mark even if the nail was pulled out. That applied to the complexities of human emotions too.Compared to the others, Daniel had a better friendship with Sam.After all, he had been beaten up by him before. Even if there was resentment, it had been vented.However, when faced with Caleb and the others, a mere indifferent glance from them made him feel a sense of guilt.If he wanted to join the dinner, he needed to ask for her brothers' opinions.Caleb was surprised by Daniel's humble attitude.Over the years, while working with Sam in Fairport, Caleb had run into Daniel quite a few times.Perhaps time had softened some of the hatred. He had received some favors from Daniel in the past few years, so his resentment had faded gradually as time passed.No
David's tone was filled with bitterness as he looked at Daniel standing behind Rebecca like he was being protected. David looked like a boy who got dumped by his girlfriend because she met another cute boy.The thought of this possibility left Rebecca utterly speechless."I am just worried about your health …" Rebecca explained cautiously.However, she felt a pang of guilt when she said these words. Back in Seardale, they used to have road trips to other cities frequently.Besides, due to David's job, spending an entire day driving to shake off pursuers was normal for him. Sometimes, he would even stop and engage in a brawl with those people along the way.It would be normal for Rebecca to feel exhausted after a long drive, but David would not feel anything.As she avoided David's teasing gaze, Rebecca tentatively looked at Caleb. "If you don't mind, would you like to join us at the restaurant?"Although the words were directed at David, the final decision rested with her brothe
After glancing at him, David smirked disdainfully.Leaning lazily against the back seat, he raised an eyebrow. "Indeed, in four years, I have earned nothing more than the title of a friend. However, I think I am better than you, who spent three years trying to send someone away." He deliberately titled his head so that Daniel, who was driving, could see the disdain in his eyes through the rearview mirror. "What do you think, Daniel?"Daniel remained silent. He pursed his lips as he continued to drive however he wanted.David stopped making mocking remarks as well.They were no better than each other. They intentionally became friends with Rebecca under different "coincidences."They had no idea what awaited them if the mask of pretense were to disappear. What was certain was that there would be no forgiveness according to Rebecca's temperament.That was why David had hastily left his work and rushed here.If she remembered …The thought of this possibility made his head spin.
The two of them realized something was not right as soon as they entered the dining room. Once the initial shock wore off, it was evident that the two Winston brothers were not to be trifled with. Although David and Daniel were almost the same age as the rest, they were considered veterans and leaders in the business world. They greatly surpassed these young men who only knew how to play games. Not to mention, David had survived all kinds of tough experiences. Even with a smile on his face, his naturally menacing gaze still sent shivers down one's spine. In comparison, even the eldest club members seemed inexperienced. The word "naive" seemed apt enough to describe them.For these young members of the club, the meal was torturing at most. Although the dishes were delicious, the presence of these two formidable figures in the dining room had deterred everyone from behaving in a more casual way. Previously, these players had thought that Alex’s presence was frightening enoug
As she realized how she felt toward David, Rebecca felt ashamed of herself.This person had been taking care of her for four years. Even if he was just a friend, she should at least be grateful to him. But now... she found herself feeling disgusted toward her benefactor. Was it only because she had been deceived? Rebecca didn't know the answer. The feeling grew stronger as she delved deeper into her thoughts. It even got to the point where she felt an urge to stab him in the heart with a knife. Luckily, she still had some sanity left. Rebecca sat upright on the stone bench. Her gown swayed back and forth in the night breeze. Under the dim yellow light, she looked like a noble lady from a different era. She looked at the stool opposite her where David sat. Since Rebecca had a serious look on her face, David sensed it and hid his gentle smile.Both of them knew very well that the words left unsaid when they parted ways in Fairport had to be said here. Judging by Rebec
It was silent.The awkward atmosphere filled the air.David’s sharp interpretation of her thoughts had left Rebecca speechless.Any explanations were futile at this point.David didn't rush her for an explanation either.He was still smiling gently. His tall figure was planted in front of Rebecca. He looked at her without saying a word.After a while, Rebecca, who was sitting on the stool, couldn't bear the weight of his deathly gaze anymore and finally spoke. "I'm sorry."Apart from apologies, there was nothing else she could possibly say.She couldn't explain this feeling of annoyance, not even to herself.All she could be certain of was that this feeling of annoyance started to grow when she began to avoid David.It was as if the confession had wiped away the withered grass that covered the truth that was buried deep under.When there was nothing to hide under, the naked emotions were the only things left.There were no other reasons.All she could do was apologize.Th