Chapter 154



Chloe propped her head up with one hand and lazily asked, "So, did you lose that argument with him in the backyard?"

Connor, without bothering to look at Chloe, lifted his chin proudly. "No way. I totally won."

"Is it me taking him down that made you feel some type of way?"

At this, a smirk naturally formed on Connor's lips. "Of course not. That was really satisfying."

Connor's expression was unmistakably gleeful and utterly childish, like a kid enjoying someone else's misfortune. And yet, Chloe found his jealousy kind of cute.

She lifted her arm, gently scratching under his chin. "If it's not that, then what is it, my little prince?"

Chloe appeared to be in a good mood, seemingly unfazed, which lifted Connor's spirits considerably.

that Lucas thinks he can just apologize, admit he was wrong, show a bit of remorse, and everything

stupidity. Lucas was truly a piece of

the thought that this might have always been the pattern in Chloe

might actually go back to him. After all, there was one thing Connor couldn't compete with. She

eight. To him, it was a grand redemption, a search and hope nearly twenty years in the making. But

pinched his chin. "Connor, there's no need to test me. I've already broken up with Lucas, and I won't

her words, Connor

words did carry a hint of probing, eager to see Chloe's attitude after Lucas' apology. Thankfully,

bit embarrassed about his little scheme

feeling insecure, especially since you won't even give

was enchanting. "I'd give it to you.

turned to look at her, his eyes serious. "Are

"I'm kidding."

games

in a good place now, fovers, friends, confidants. They understood each other's souls, and they were both aware of the reality. Together, their love was intense, but if ever they were to part, there would be no

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