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

Chapter 249

Chapter 249

Sure enough, my phone rang just as I had that thought,

This was beyond awkward.

Cole's mouth twisted into a mocking smile. "Guess you don't trust me, huh? So why bother messing with me?"

I didn't have a good answer for him.

He took a step back. "Let's just pretend we don't know each other from now on."

Then he got into his car and took off, leaving me standing there as the wind whipped at my clothes and tangled my hair.

Wow. This guy could change his mood in a split second. Ten minutes ago, he was all about his feelings and wanting to pursue me. And now, one phone call later, he's throwing a fit?

But maybe it was for the best. At least now I wouldn't have to worry about him chasing after me or causing any more drama.

As Cole drove off, I glanced again at the locked gates, wondering who Thorsten's important guest could

be

Was it Matthew?

made me pause

I was just about to call you!" she said, not even

only

the time, Signature Soirée. Be there by eleven."

away and went

and probably won't be back until later

Out all day?

handed the company over to Jace, Matthew hardly ever went out.

with an old friend. They usually have tea and play chess when they hang out,"

said.

the phone. So I'd guessed

were close, but this was getting more complicated. The contract my dad left behind made

need something from Matthew?" Lindey asked, snapping me back

thought it was a family

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family lunch? Lindey scoffed. "We haven't had one

she didn't mean to blame me, but it still felt like my

wasn't going to