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

Chapter 879

Lena’s father and grandfather poured themselves some wine, but before they could take a sip, they were scolded. “When it’s time to talk, you’re mute, but when it comes to lifting a wine glass, you’re the most enthusiastic.”

“Aaron, when you find a wife, don’t pick someone like your sister or your mom, or you’ll spend your whole life getting nagged,” Lena’s father teased, earning laughter from everyone at the table.

Although the homecoming had started awkwardly, the evening turned out enjoyable, with a lively and pleasant conclusion.

“Why don’t you both stay the night? Don’t leave,” suggested Mrs. Lane after dinner.

Lena: “No way!”

Aaron: “I’ve got work!”

Their simultaneous refusals drew the attention of everyone at the table.

Lena kept her composure, her face impassive as she explained, “I’m currently preparing for a fetal surgery on a pregnant patient. There’s a lot of prep work involved. I was supposed to work overtime tonight, but you called me here at the last minute. I need to go back and continue my work.”

Aaron added tersely, “I’ll take Lil‘ Lena home.”

They’re adults with their own responsibilities,” Lena’s grandfather finally

Lena exhaled deeply, relieved. “Now you understand why I don’t want to live at home, right,

to the

replied with a grin.

either?” Aaron always seemed

her eyes gleaming with mischief. “I want to go to a bar and have

drink was fine. More importantly, she wanted to soak in the bar’s lively atmosphere, a

a bar,” Aaron agreed without hesitation. Whatever

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the atmosphere in the bar grew more vibrant. As music pulsed and drinks flowed, many patrons began dancing wildly on the

Lena’s inhibitions faded, and the excitement within her was awakened. She started swaying to the beat,

the table wasn’t enough. She shrugged off her jacket, revealing a sleek camisole underneath, and stepped up onto

at their table. Scanning the room, his eyes quickly found her at the