A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 344

Bob whipped out the stack of cash he had, appearing a little grumpy. "Well,

I only have three grand. That's it." "I need forty," Zoe said, ultimately giving in.

"Just hold on. I'll gather the money."

Bob did not say another word, let alone ask her what the money was for as he promptly called all his friends to get the cash, even if it was a rarity in this day and age.

In fact, Bob had to make over ten calls and drive around the city to take the cash from his friends.

Eventually, they gathered the forty grand Zoe needed and had to keep the cash in a large sack.

"Is that really all you need?" Bob asked her just then, as if worried it was not enough.

"Yes," Zoe replied.

"Til make a direct withdrawal tomorrow once my bank opens tomorrow," Bob quickly said.

"You don't have to-"

a very generous

the plump side, but he was still somewhat good looking. His casual wear only made him appear even

just being nice, but I don't know when I can ever pay you back.

I was kidding?"

Zoe stared at him.

He wasn't?!

girl would ever get kinky

that kiss just now... It lasted a while, but there was no

here," Bob growled

can really lay a finger on a buddy?" Zoe

of me. I've never thought of you that

Zoe was actually stunned.

because you were never interested in me. Hell, there was this time I had flowers and gifts and all, ready to confess my love, only to catch you and Jay swapping

as he mentioned that. The scene back then seemed just like yesterday, and felt like a splinter that would stay stuck in his mind

gaping at Bob-she never felt that Bob was interested in her, let alone notice

kept my feelings buried deep so that you won't get caught in an awkward spot, and always kept up appearances by being buddies with you. Honestly, you don't know how much it hurts me to see you being depressed over Jay-there were so many times I wanted to come clean, but I was worried that we'd be less than friends after. Do you know how difficult it has been for me over the years?" Bob appeared more agitated as he

all the

deflated just then. "I mean, I go drinking at nightclubs all the time, but I never messed around. I have principles,

never said

Bob again, just as she