Back in Time: Unshackling From Love

Chapter 42

Before Mikayla walked to the spot, a blossoming orchid caught her attention.

She stooped down to indulge in the sweet scent it emitted. Her expression loosened, and her lips curled up.

Bathed in sunlight, she leaned in closer to the beautiful flower. Jerome

watched her. He couldn’t decide which was more enchanting–the flower or the

woman herself.

He retrieved his phone on impulse and captured that fleeting moment.

After the leisure time in the afternoon, the banquet commenced. About 20 friends gathered around a table. It created a harmonious atmosphere.

Being older, Wanda and another elderly person found it challenging to keep up

with the energy of the youngsters present. Thus, they departed earlier than the

rest.

As Mikayla assisted Wanda into the car, Jerome was halted by a group of older

acquaintances.

Mikayla watched as the car faded into the distance. She was reluctant to rejoin

Jerome and continue their romantic charade. So, she took a stroll around the

area instead.

dusk settling in, the garden brightened with an array of colorful lights. The atmosphere was ethereal.

wandered around a serene corner near a bamboo forest. She found herself at a place that was away from

men who looked like bodyguards were standing

sight of a slender man heading toward a chamber.

nalve–looking women.

man sternly instructed, “We have an important guest arriving today. You had better play

unwell. Can I skip the alcohol?” a girl with

or those nice

will

the mention of “Mr. Lane“, Mikayla instinctively glanced toward the room the group

could be spotted. Inside, they were all respectfully pouring drinks for the slightly

man seemed familiar. Mikayla had seen his pictures a number of times

women into the chamber. The girl

shoved and seated on Johnny’s lap..

“Be good!”

the girl called out coquettishly, nestling

a while, sweetheart. You’ve gotten even

missed me?”

he kissed the girl on

as

occurrence.

was then shut, leaving Mikayla clueless about the

Mikayla was shocked.

Johnny Lane was known for his fervent charities, and his devotion to his wife.

around deviously and mingle with a

woman.

it had happened based on how