Chapter 282

Cole answered,”He just left.”

Chapter 282

“Let’s meet at the usual spot at noon,” the voice on the other end had said.

Cole grumbled in response, “Okay.”

Since the call was made, there was no backing out. Cole already had a nagging feeling he already knew what this was all about.

At noon, Cole strutted into the cozy diner where Landon was already waiting. Spotting Cole, Landon hurried over with a warm grin, pushing a cup of coffee across the table. “Cole, good to see you, man.”

Cole took his seat with a nonchalant shrug. “Cut the formalities, Landon. We’re not at a business conference.”

years of friendship,

They were classmates in high school and roommates in college. With years there was no need to be so formal.

With a deep sigh, Landon got straight to the point. “You’re against Jason and Estrella getting back together?”

Cole leaned back in his chair, a flicker of irritation crossing his face. “They’re already divorced. What’s this about second chances?”

Jason and Estrella to be happy together?” Landon’s voice was

your dream, not mine. Besides, I’ve got a grandchild n Our family business has got a successor. I don’t care if Estrella never marries. And let’s be honest, you know exactly what kind of man your son is. Think I’d let my daughter

front of Jason, Cole had always been considerate, mindful of the younger man’s pride. But with

right, Cole. I didn’t raise Jason well enough. I promise to keep a tighter

little to soften Cole’s stance. “No deal. I won’t agree to

Cole’s resolve became apparent, Landon’s smile faded, and his expression grew somber. “Cole, you can’t just fulfill your own dreams and leave me hanging. Dorvold Group’s got a successor, but what about me? Besides, Estrella and Jason seem to be getting along, and Jason adores Isaac.”

mug down with a thud. “Landon, you care about

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doing just fine. now. Dorvold Group has enough

cut himself off. “If you don’t care for Estrella, I

“How could I not care for her? When she married Jason, I did everything. to protect her. And you saw it, Cole. Estrella liked Jason back then. She just lacked an opportunity to take that step. I did so much just to help them live a better life, You, out of everyone, should know about my plan.”

silent, and Landon continued, “Let’s not meddle in their affairs this time. Let them decide. If they choose to be together, we shouldn’t

He just needed

affection for his son was unshakable. He had never bowed to anyone, in business

spoke up. “All right, let’s settle it this way. Let’s

they walked to the parking lot after lunch, Landon turned to Cole,

“What now? Trying to claim my grandson, too?” Then he

not competing with you. I was just asking. Isaac’s yours, Estrella’s yours. I’ll even throw Jason in. They’re

leaving Landon to chuckle and shake his

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