Semua Bab The Runaway Groom: Bab 1181 - Bab 1190

After all, Zachary knew very well that Lulu had put Irene up to this.And he also knew that Lulu would always keep everyone at arm's length if he did not push her, which was why he refused Irene."It doesn't matter who asks," Zachary said bluntly, holding her gaze as he spoke earnestly. "We both know what Lulu is worried about, and I told her that I don't care about that. And if I don't care, what is there to worry about? But she's the one who refused to get over herself, so if I keep making compromises, she would just stay that way and never open her heart to anyone. All I ask is for her to come around for Star's sake."Irene was left silent for a long while since Zachary was right, but as a fellow woman, she would see things from Lulu's perspective too."She's still traumatized after what happened," Irene said, pursing her lips. "I understand her concerns, and she's worried that you'd take exception in the future. Even if you love her now, you know how fickle love is.""I won't

Zachary was a little surprised. "Is this a trick so she can reach Star?""No," Irene replied. "Lulu's not like that. You know her.""I really don't." Zachary chuckled exasperatedly.After all, he had never expected Lulu to get together with Martin York.At first he thought she just wanted to spite him, so it really hurt when they really got married and things appeared to be going well for them.In fact, Zachary felt hate for Lulu, though he eventually came around—why obsess with getting her, if she could be happy instead? He was the one who let her down first, allowing her to slip through his fingers because of his own incompetence.Martin's death therefore felt like providence, and he wanted to seize that chance."I won't let her down this time, Irene," Zachary said, determined."I believe you." Irene nodded, convinced. "And I can see your resolve.""Yeah, but not Lulu." Zachary sighed."She has more concerns from her standpoint," Irene argued."You really are two peas in

"Because of Martin," Lulu admitted, but also partly to gauge if Zachary took exception.Seeing the slight change on his face, she asked, "Do you take exception? He's my past, and you'll have to face it all the time if you want to be with me. Have you really thought about it?""No, I don't take exception," Zachary replied. "I'm just shocked that you tried to abandon Star. Don't think that lowly of me.""He was the one who told me to keep her," Lulu said.She was not testing Zachary this time, but was telling him that Martin York was a good man.Zachary said, "I know."-The next day, Lulu and Irene went to the psychiatrist together, and Lulu told her that she met Zachary yesterday.Irene was not surprised. "How do you feel?"Lulu mused to herself for a while before saying, "He changed a lot."Irene smiled. "Did he change for the better or for worse? Do you prefer him the way he is, or the way he was?"Lulu thought about it. "He's just different."Zachary used to be bright an

Lulu said, "I'll take care of Star from now on."Zachary nodded, as he understood what she was saying. "Got it. Come on in."As Lulu entered, she asked, "Are you going to move?""Do you prefer this place or the old one?" Zachary asked in return. "We will stay wherever you like. They're all mine anyway.""It's nice here," Lulu said.The new place was smaller, but it was quiet and comfortable."I think so too." Zachary smiled.The babysitter returned after coaxing Star to sleep, and Zachary gestured. "I'd like to have a word. Can you come with me?"The babysitter nodded followed, and Zachary gave her a large envelope that he had prepared earlier."Thank you for taking care of my daughter so well, but we won't be in need of your services now that her mother's back…""I understand," the babysitter replied as she took the envelope. "Thank you.""You'd definitely find better work with your sense of responsibility," Zachary said. "It's not much, but it's a token of my sincerity."

Star's grape-like eyes were round and sparkling, and Zachary found her adorable from every angle.Giving her a peck on the cheek, he said, "You have to grow up faster, kiddo.""You'd be old by then," Lulu said as she placed the dishes on the table. Zachary turned toward her, hardly able to hide his genuine sentiment. "Do you think we'll still be together by then?""Dunno," Lulu replied, returning to the kitchen.Even though they were getting along fine now, who knew what would happen in the future? There were just so many unknowns in life.Zachary realized that he was getting impatient too—things had just calmed down between them, and it was no surprise that Lulu was afraid to answer.Soon, Lulu finished cooking and went over to check on Star after she set up the table.Zachary was feeding her milk, since she was pouty and likely hungry.Still, while she was happily drinking, her eyes were narrowed and clearly sleepy.She was even sweating a little and her cheeks flushed, cl