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.

the garden brightened with an array of colorful lights. The

a bamboo forest. She found herself at a place that

who looked like

tactfully halted her steps. As she turned to leave, she caught sight of a slender man heading toward a chamber. He was accompanied by a few

nalve–looking women.

an important guest arriving today. You

Can I skip the alcohol?” a girl with a good

those nice clothes on your own? Where do you think the money

days will continue!”

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

they were all respectfully pouring drinks for the slightly overweight man seated at

pictures a number of times recently. It was Johnny Lane, the director of

guided the women into the chamber. The

and seated on Johnny’s lap..

“Be good!”

the girl called out coquettishly, nestling in his arms.

sweetheart. You’ve gotten even more beautiful. Have your

missed me?”

he kissed the girl

individuals chuckled and teased as

occurrence.

leaving Mikayla clueless about the ongoings

Mikayla was shocked.

was known for his fervent charities, and his devotion to

around deviously and mingle with a young

woman.

suspected this wasn’t the first time it