Chaptér 701

Wayne's patience had been tested plenty over the past decade, but that didn't mean I didn't enjoy messing with him now and then.

"Sorry, Wayne. Got held up with something," I said, plastering on a half-apologetic smile as I sat down.

"No worries. As long as you're here, I don't mind waiting."

His overly sweet tone was borderline cringe-worthy. I ducked my head, pretending to rearrange the utensils so I wouldn't have to meet his gaze.

Wayne waved a waiter over, motioning for me to order first. But honestly, I was still stuffed from the saucy braised meatballs I'd devoured earlier. Not wanting to seem rude, though, I picked a couple of random dishes off the menu. When the food arrived, it wasn't just what I'd ordered. Wayne had taken it upon himself to add a bunch of extra dishes to the table.

"We're just here for a simple meal, to eat and be full. Ordering this much is a bit much," I said, gesturing at the spread. "We're probably wasting food."

"I only ordered what I know you like," he replied, his tone easy. "Just try a little of everything. Whatever's left, we'll pack up to take home."

arguing was pointless. I decided to

red wine?" Wayne

drunk. I'd gone all in with the act, even claiming total memory loss afterward. Facing Wayne's expectant gaze-his eyes sharp with curiosity-I forced a cheerful tone. Sure. But if I drink too much, you'll have to take me

replied smoothly, signaling the waiter to pour us both a glass of red

toward childhood memories, even bringing up how Jace and I

him coughing up blood. I couldn't help but wonder-was it just anger that caused it, or was

Jace

We're enemies now. If he saw me, he'd probably go out

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Chapter 701

awkward expression. "In the end, this is all because of me. I'm the reason you two can't get

If anyone's to blame, it's me..." His gaze was filled with affection. "It's my fault for not controlling my feelings." Back when I was clueless about his feelings, his looks didn't faze me. But now, every time he stared at me like

was bizarre. Hayden had looked at me like that. Jace had looked at me like that. Even Cole had given

ordeal. I couldn't relax, so I turned to

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