Chapter 136

After making our wishes, the two executives and I toured Stonecrag Church, paying no attention to Jared and his group.

By the time we circled back, Jared stood alone in the smoking area, taking a drag from his cigarette. The others were nowhere in sight.

I didn’t approach him. Instead, I chose a bench, sat down, and took a sip of water.

Not far away, I spotted Tracy writing her own wish. So even someone as driven and self–assured as her believes in those supernatural things.

Jared noticed me and stubbed out his cigarette, walking over. He sat beside me and said, “I have plans tonight. Do you want to head back early?”

“Sure,” I nodded.

on my face for a moment before he added,

There was a time when three minutes apart would’ve left me anxious. Now, a full day

must be what it means

neutral. “She wants you

doesn’t need another present every time I step out,”

and he lowered his voice. “You’ve been distant from her lately. Is it because

him. Dappled sunlight flickered across our faces through the trees, and for the first time

overthinking it,” I said, keeping my tone light. “I just don’t believe in

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