Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 31

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I hadn't really thought about any of this until Wayne's words brought those memories flooding back, like an old movie reel playing In my head.

"What did he do? Can you tell me?" Wayne asked softly when I didn't say anything.

If I didn't explain, they'd be confused. Jace would think I was just being dramatic, and when I got back, Matthew and Lindey would totally grill me about it too.

The easiest thing was to spill it now, so I wouldn't have to deal with all the questions later.

"He cheated on me," I said, making Wayne go silent on the other end.

Knowing he wouldn't believe it, I added, "It was his close friend's wife. Even your parents know about

their affair."

Wayne didn't say anything.

I smiled. "You know it's true, don't you?"

and Wayne would ask Matthew. "That's impossible. Jace loved you so much. Maybe there's some misunderstanding." Wayne said, still holding onto

fiancée and made sure no other too close. If Wayne

people change,"

guys got

heavy footsteps echoed outside the door. I glanced up just in time to see a rugged figure pass

carried from the yard. "Hayden,

Macy's question confirmed it, she must have already asked him for me. His response was loud and

and Wayne heard it too. "Rea, where

it's not safe to

fine. I'm just taking a few vacation days to have some fun. Even though Jace and I aren't getting married, they're still my family." "And what about me?" Wayne asked,

window. "You'll

care of yourself,"

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when you're back," I replied

said, "I thought you didn't

"Huh?" I was puzzled.

rest," Wayne said before

down. Just then, I heard the