Jonathan chuckled wryly, "And you're still going for it?"

"Absolutely!" Norah retorted stubbornly.

Jonathan fell silent for a moment before asking, "Do you blame Estelle?"

After all, Xavier's rejection of Norah surely took Estelle into account.

Norah shook her head immediately, "Of course not. I'm not that unreasonable. Sure, I have a crush on Xavier, but Estelle is just as important to me as a friend. Plus, she's my aunt-in-law!" Jonathan nodded, "Good that you know it."

Norah pleaded, "Jonathan, I'm an adult. I've finished grad school; I know what I'm doing. My feelings for Xavier might've started out of curiosity, but they're not just a novelty anymore. I'm certain about them." "But Xavier doesn't like you that way!" Jonathan said bluntly.

Norah's face fell, "Jonathan, that's a bit harsh."

"Truth hurts!" Jonathan retorted.

knowing all too well how sharp Jonathan's tongue could be. It was still difficult

He won't stop me from coming to the restaurant, and I'll follow the rules, just friends for now." sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ (ꜰind)ɴʘvel.nᴇt

care of him

disagreed, "Estelle's here too; she looks after Xavier as well, probably more

Jonathan's expression darkened.

provoke Jonathan further, Norah quickly explained, "Estelle's genuine with friends, but she only

brow arched,

something she wouldn't do with anyone else.

slight smile, "You think she liked me back

be detected. She fell for you long ago. She had a bunch of admirers at school, but she never agreed to date

softened, "Estelle and I,

I provided by bringing her home. You almost didn't agree, remember? Good thing

haven't

own love

mouth quirked, "All this talk,

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255