Goodbye, My Love

Caught off guard, Marco hesitated, then slowly shook his head.

Such a course of action had crossed his mind, but the fear of Loraine’s disappointment if she discovered his behind-the-scenes meddling held him back.

Carl was taken aback by Marco’s hesitation—a rarity in the years he had known him.

Leafing through his chat history with Loraine, Marco’s emotions mingled in a bittersweet cocktail.

This was a novel experience for him.

In the past, decisions were followed by immediate action.

game of waiting, treading with caution, because this concerned

Marco resigned himself

himself that Loraine wouldn’t blame him, as long as he kept his hands

the decision was made,

had been in contact with

almost instantly, his voice Laced with a smile.

one who bailed early Last time we went for drinks. How have you been? Did you sort out your

the memory. “Not yet, but that’s not the point. I’m calling

“What?

N G E L A ‘s L I

relay what had happened at the shareholders’ meeting in Universe

dawned on Jimmie. “So, you want to keep Loraine out of this