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

Chapter 755 Chapter

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When the sermon ended, I stood and started toward Abbot Levinsky, only to notice Jace was there too.

The first time I attended something like this, Jace had brought me. Back then, I thought it was boring. But when I realized it gave him a sense of peace, I started coming along. At first, it was for him, but over time, I found meaning in it for myself. Eventually, I began to appreciate these moments of reflection and even joined in some of the rituals.

After Jace and I drifted apart, I still came occasionally on my own. Now, running into him here again, we were little more than strangers.

He gave me a small nod of acknowledgment, and together we approached Abbot Levinsky for a symbolic blessing. This wasn't something offered at every service, so catching it. today felt like a bit of serendipity.

The ceremony was meant to represent letting go of past burdens and embracing a fresh start. Whether it worked or not, people often found comfort in the idea.

Afterward, Jace and I left the hall side by side. He broke the silence, his voice low. "I didn't expect to see you here."

"I came to clear my head," I said.

There were things Jace likely understood, even if he didn't say them out loud.

you need my help?"

looked thinner than the last time I'd seen him, almost unwell. I wanted to ask,

then added, "I don't

a faint smile. "Is this your way of protecting

it just as softly. "You could

do whatever it takes to protect you," Jace said.

didn't want him involved, but it was clear he wasn't

I

my polite tone clearly threw him

you been coming here often?" I asked, trying to

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showing up lately. Mrs. Drago's even taken up permanent residence here," Jace sald, dropping exactly the information I'd been hoping for. On the way here, I'd

Drago's position had never been shaken. That alone proved how

The information was invaluable, and he deserved my gratitude, but I knew he wouldn't want

the night, you'll probably get a chance to see her," Jace added, going out

about why he'd come here tonight, the possibility hit me-maybe he'd