All Chapters of A Love Meant to Crumble: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Anne arrived at the gate and spotted a tall woman in a leather jacket and skirt. She wore high-heeled boots and had striking short red hair. The woman was chatting animatedly with the security guard."I've known Sophia since we were kids. We even went to high school and college together. I know all about her dirty little secrets. Do you like watching her dramas?"She proceeded to laugh. "How can you stand her over-the-top acting? I wouldn't badmouth her. We're good friends, after all. "And about her and Sean, she's always been into taking what isn't hers. She probably thinks other people's husbands are more appealing."Jenny kept talking, leaving the security guard completely dumbfounded.Upon seeing Anne, she waved at her and kept going with the guard. "That's Anne, my best friend. You know all about her, Zachery, and Sophia, right? "Ugh, those two really did a number on Anne! Everyone knows that she and Zachery were together since college, and she—"Before Jenny could contin

"It's been so long!" Sophia immediately got up and greeted the mixed-race guy with a bright smile.In comparison to Jenny, this old classmate was clearly getting a very different reception from Sophia. Not only was Sophia all smiles, but she was practically fawning over him."You are?" the man asked.Jenny snorted, whispering to Anne, "She just threw herself at him, and he doesn't even remember her."Anne tugged at Jenny's sleeve. "Let's go inside.""No way. I want to see how this plays out."Sophia's smile was already starting to stiffen. Melanie quickly stepped in to introduce her. "She's Sophia Weaver, the school belle from our high school."The man thought for a moment, then shook his head. Raising an eyebrow, he asked, "Wasn't my uncle the school belle?"Melanie forced a laugh. "Right! Your uncle was both the school belle and the heartthrob back then."Trying to ease the awkwardness, she joked, "Our school walls had to be rebuilt every so often because students from other

Anne rolled her eyes at Jenny before heading toward the bar table."Hey, Anne, don't fall for a scammer! I've read about those marriage fraud cases online. You'd better be careful!" Jenny advised.When they reached the bar table, the bartender handed them two drinks."Where's your boss?" Jenny asked."Still in the kitchen. It's a busy night."Jenny glanced around the small bar and nodded approvingly. "Julius has always had good taste. The decor is classy.""Thanks for the compliment, Ms. Lowry." Julius walked over, drying his hands before extending one toward Jenny. "Welcome home."Jenny hesitated for a second before smacking his palm in return with a grin. "I may consider Windleton home, but it doesn't seem to know me."Julius chuckled. "No worries. Give it a few years, and it'll feel familiar."He gestured toward a private room in the west corner. "The CEO of Eclipse Entertainment is hosting guests in that room. I'll go say hello first, then take you in."Jenny nodded. "A

The liquor burned Anne's throat as she downed it in one go. She turned to Jenny, who was already so drunk that she could barely stand yet still struggled to grab another glass.Taking a deep breath, Anne reached for the second shot, but Melanie stopped her."Look around, Anne. Do you even know what kind of occasion this is? Look who's sitting here. Do you really think you can drink in her place? Do you think you're that important?" Melanie sneered.Julius frowned. "Come on. There's no need for that. We're all friends here."Melanie scoffed. "Friends have ranks, you know. If people like them start saying they're my friends, I'd be embarrassed to death.""Sorry, Anne, but there's no seat for you here. Why don't you drink outside? It's on me." Sophia looked all kind.The words sounded polite, but the humiliation behind them was undeniable."Get out!" Zachery snapped outright.Anne bit down on her lip. "Let's go, Jenny."She was helping Jenny leave, but the latter pushed her away

Anne woke up in the middle of the night, parched. She sat up groggily, then remembered something and quickly reached out to feel the spot next to her. Upon finding Jenny there, she felt a wave of relief.She checked her phone to see the time before heading to the living room to get some water.She took a few sips and then lay down on the living room floor.The night was deep and dark, and she felt a chill. Suddenly, she had the strong urge to call Harvey, just to hear his voice. She dialed his number, and he answered quickly."What's wrong?" his gentle voice came through the phone.Anne opened her mouth, but first, she hiccupped. "I—hic—miss you…"There was a brief silence on the other end. "I'll be home as soon as I can.""I just wanted to say…""What?""Can I get a dog?""Are you asking me if I'll clean up after your dog?""What?" She had just wanted to know if he was okay with it.When she was younger, her family had a dog, which they kept for 12 years until it passed aw