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.

show a bit of remorse,

stupidity. Lucas was truly a piece of work.

in Chloe and Lucas' past interactions. Lucas believed

him. After all, there was one thing Connor couldn't compete with. She

actually met when he was eight. To him, it was a grand redemption, a search and hope nearly twenty years in the making. But Chloe had long buried Connor in the depths

his chin. "Connor, there's no need to test me. I've already broken up with Lucas, and I won't go back. Whatever he's thinking has nothing to do

words,

hint of probing, eager to see Chloe's

not the least bit embarrassed about his

help feeling insecure, especially since

laugh was enchanting. "I'd give it to you. Would you dare

at her, his

"I'm kidding."

playing games with me

They were 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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