Chasing His Kickass Luna Back by Jane Above Story

Chapter 0131
Abby

I’m seated on a lounge chair in the back lawn, soaking in the sun and the chirping of birds as a

soothing backdrop. The air smells of freshly cut grass, and I’m surrounded by the vibrant colors of the

garden—reds, yellows, and blues.. It’s peaceful, almost idyllic, but my mind is elsewhere.

I keep thinking about Karl’s words yesterday, how he never made an official announcement about my

fidelity. All morning, I’ve been getting strange looks from members of the staff—aside from Elsie, who

has never been anything but pleasant.

Part of me wants to announce it myself to set the record straight, but something tells me that most of

the staff who are unabashedly loyal to Karl wouldn’t believe me. And besides, he should do it himself.

He should be the one who admits to his shortcomings, not me.

Suddenly, my phone rings, breaking me out of my reverie. I glance down and let out a soft sigh. Ethan’s

name is flashing on the screen.

“Hey Ethan, what’s up?” I answer, my voice casual, but inside I’m wondering if something went wrong

after all. Perhaps the restaurant went up in flames, or that food critic came back for another bad

experience, or the place got robbed. Maybe all three.

sorry to bother you on your time off. Quick question—how

transition for next week? The new seafood vendor is offering

mouth to dive into a detailed explanation, logistics dancing at the forefront of my

off. A moment of conflict grips me,

advice.

best terms possible but keep it in line with our usual

future questions for when I’m back. I’m supposed to be

your vacation. Where’d you wind up going anyway,

mind me asking?”

guilt settling somewhere in my stomach. I

I’m visiting

and a new voice bursts through. “Abby! It’s Chloe.

cheeks flush involuntarily at her abrupt, and

Karl taking

out a nervous laugh. “It’s just a coincidence,

right,” she snorts. “Listen, Karl’s been gaining bro wnie

No h ooking

I assure you, I’m not with

whatever you say. Just be

ringing all too clearly in

is why it hasn’t even

mind. But that was just last

invite Karl back to

of moments. I won’t act on those

can dwell on it further, I notice Gerald standing in