96 A Stirred Past and Present

Emma, feeling as though Alex was an inescapable presence in her life, found herself sharing lunch with Desmond at a new restaurant. Despite her efforts to focus on Desmond’s company, she couldn’t help but feel distracted, her gaze wandering around the restaurant.

Desmond, frustrated with Emma’s lack of attention, voiced his displeasure. “I thought today was about us, yet here you are, lost in your thoughts. Is my company that uninteresting to you?” His tone carried a mix of hurt and irritation.

Emma, realizing she had been unintentionally neglecting him, offered a hurried apology. “No, it’s not that. I’ve just been a bit preoccupied lately. Tell me, how’s the restaurant business coming along?”

Their conversation took a turn towards Desmond’s new venture, but Emma’s mind was elsewhere, lingering on her past with Alex and the complicated emotions that came with it.

As they discussed, Desmond suddenly leaned in, his voice dropping to a more serious tone. “Do you still have feelings for Alex? Even after all this time and everything that’s happened?”

Emma paused, her expression pensive. “Feelings don’t just disappear overnight, Desmond. What Alex and I had… it was complicated, but it was real. Moving on takes time.”

understanding in his eyes. “I get it, Emma. I just… I wish things were different.”

level of understanding, but the atmosphere was heavy with unspoken thoughts

off Emma. Nathan

with regret. “It’s not that simple, Nathan. What’s

offered his insight. “It’s always complicated with exes, isn’t it? But sometimes, a simple hello can open

words, Alex stood up and made his way towards Emma and Desmond. His approach, however,

who decided to join us. What brings you here, Alex? Can’t stay away from Emma, can you?” Desmond’s words were sharp,

she tried to intervene, but Alex spoke first. “Desmond,

and you blew it. Emma deserves better,” Desmond interrupted, his gaze fixed on Alex with a mix

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private moment into a public spectacle. Emma, feeling overwhelmed and

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