Facade of Love

Chapter 344 I Never Meant to Hold Her Up

As I rambled on, Zoe watched me intently. Then, out of nowhere, she burst out laughing,” Yvette,” she said, “you don’t seriously think I would get all worked up and plot revenge after being turned down, right?”

Whoops!

I managed a sheepish grin, totally at a loss for what to say next.

She pressed a hand to her forehead, her expression the picture of frustration. “What kind of person do you

think I am? Sure, he turned me down, but I don’t hate him. I’m definitely not about to get all vengeful just because I can’t get the love I want. Let’s not make this into some soap opera, okay?”

“So why keep chasing him if…” I mean, he had already said no, and here she was, still hanging

1. on.

She rolled her eyes, gave a little shrug, and explained, “I’m not ready to throw in the towel just yet. It’s not about being annoyingly persistent. He said no, but he’s not into anyone else right now, right? I get it, my sudden confession was pretty bold. Liking someone is supposed to be wonderful, but that’s just on my side. Dumping my feelings on him so suddenly probably made him feel cornered and awkward. His rejection makes sense.”

them by helping out with chores around the house. I had to work for my reward before I could get the doll I wanted. Even back then, I knew that whether it was a person or a thing you wanted, you’ve got to put in the effort. Just talking

my lip, gazing out at the dwindling snowflakes, and finally

someone has to be genuine. Otherwise, what’s the

This question lingered in my mind, prompting me to ask, “But what if, after all

her eyes clear and calm, and with a small, thoughtful smile, she replied, ” Then I’ve done all I could. I’ve fought for it. If things still don’t turn out the way I want, that’s okay. I’ve put my heart into this crush, and if it’s unrequited, it’s not something I’ll regret. In fact, it’s the person who missed out

right, though.

my thoughts for a long while before

side. Alice was

but was holding back. Then, with a gentle voice, she turned to me.

Never Meant to

a bad step and hurt

nodded, but before I could say a word, Charles was already by her side, quick to lend a hand. Idris had been giving her his arm

Charles was there to help Alice, he came over to me, his tone even and calm. “Where

watching the snow by the railing,” I

He caught sight of Alice, who was hurt, and his brow creased ever so slightly.