Chapter 250

Chapter 250

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It was rare to see Jared this unsure of himself. Still, I frowned and snapped, “Don’t I deserve someone better than

you?”

Jared looked taken aback by my sudden outburst. A sheepish grin spread across his face as he said, “No, you do

deserve better. But I’m scared you’ll find someone.

“Honestly, I let you stay at the hotel for selfish reasons. I just kept thinking we’d get back together.”

I stared at him, stunned. I couldn’t believe he’d just said that so openly. I raised an eyebrow and asked, “So, after

the divorce, you’re planning to win me back?”

Jared was a mature, clear–headed man. He wasn’t like those shy boys who were too nervous to speak their minds, blushing and stammering, afraid one’d see right through them–or not see them at all.

In my memory, he was gentle yet sharp, steady but with underlying forcefulness. Just like with his investments, he liked to see right through things before making a move–he’d strike fast and hard, never missing his mark.

Now I could tell he had me in his sights.

Jared nodded and replied, “Yes. I know it sounds ridiculous, and you probably won’t even give me a shot, but I still

want to try.”

“Don’t even bother. You’ll just end up humiliating yourself. Unless you hand over every

life.”

you want me to put my life on the line just to chase after

head and said, “Relax, I’m just messing with you. Who’d pick up a fork for a dish they’ve already had enough of? Unless they’ve got no other choice and have to settle

freeze for a second, then he gave a relaxed smile. He said, “No

do.”

He was so cocky–he thought he had me all figured out. Not bothering to tangle with him, I said, “Let’s keep it civil and go our separate ways. After the

Jared hurried after me.

the street/distracted by a phone call, the green light was already counting down. I didn’t notice until Jared reached out and

where you’re going,” he

to the side. When the light turned

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stood across the street, watching

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curb, then pull away. Only then did I realize my

told me he liked me, I was so thrilled I couldn’t sleep,

my love for him

took Melissa out for dinner

place. She

a real gem. I didn’t know you had it in

words made me genuinely happy inside. “I’m finally getting divorced,”

She asked,

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