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

Chapter 279

Hearing the same words now just felt like he was mocking me.

"I know," I said, then added, "I'm not a kid anymore.

Jace seemed to catch what I meant and gave me a tight smile. "I guess I'm just overthinking things."

I stayed quiet as he went on, "Just be careful, okay? Don't walk around distracted."

I nodded, but the image from my dream flashed through my mind-Jace, covered in blood. Seeing him here at the hospital made my heart clench, and before could stop myself, I asked, "What are you doing here?"

His lips moved like he was about to answer, but nothing came out.

"Aren't you-" I started, wanting to ask if he was okay.

But before I could finish, someone called out from down the hall. "Jace, hurry up.

It was Tanya.

Jace's tall frame blocked my view, but I recognized her voice instantly.

It all made sense now. He wasn't here because he was unwell-he was here with Tanya.

why. It was probably just

here I was, stressing over him because of a stupid

a smile, but it came out more mocking than anything. "You've got stuff to

response,

got in my car, my phone buzzed

was-a text from Tanya: [Keira, since you and Jace are no longer together, I hope

my blood boil. I quickly typed back: [If you're that worried, why don't you just tie him

then deleted her contact, letting out a long breath before starting

Ron. They must've gone a little too hard at the

wasn't urgent, so I didn't bother calling

before the day ended, my phone rang.

his absence. It was his first day, and he was already

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Chapter 279

"I'm out

grab something to eat, and I'll cook for you when I get back," Hayden said, sounding as worried as ever about keeping me fed. So,

little guilty for

something simple. Just let me know when you're back,"

good news, I hadn't told

"I will," Hayden said.