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

Chapter 206

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That evening, I left home. Hayden wasn't around-his windows were completely dark.

By the time Wayne called, I was already at the train station, sitting in the waiting room.

I decided against flying. Took the high-speed rail instead. Sure, it was a couple hours longer, but I liked the idea of staying grounded. It felt safer.

"Rea, your car's fixed. Where are you? I can drop it off," Wayne's voice came through, warm as always.

I glanced around the station-people were either glued to their phones or zoned out. "Just leave it at the shop. I'll pick it up later."

There was a pause. I could feel his concern before he spoke again. "The mechanic said your car was tampered with."

My stomach dropped, even though I knew it already-it was me who arranged the whole thing.

"Seriously?" I faked surprise.

else driven it recently?" Wayne asked, sounding

you. They just wanted to mess with you a bit. Lucky it broke down at home. Could've been worse

was another pause before he asked,

said, keeping it

up on the

he hung up. I let out a

about simplifying life, and one thing really stuck

weight. The more they care, the harder

text letting her

first time, I

attention. Love needs time to grow. Back then, I teased her for being like an ostrich, hiding from life. But now, I kind of saw her point. Why start something if it's just

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Chapter 206

the last train out to Chiverton. My real destination was Pencetown, this tiny spot just outside

wanted to learn more about Hayden, figure

to dive in headfirst without

got to Chiverton, it was crazy late. Instead of crashing at Macy's place-where she'd definitely insist on hosting me-I