Chapter 565

Dillon had always planned on leaving Casper and starting fresh once he got back from Africa. But when things went sideways in Casper, his plans went out the window. "Nah," he replied, trying to sound casual.

"You should find someone special, too," she said, giving his shoulder a friendly pat. There was a bit of weight to her words. "Don't aim too high. Steer clear of older women who might cling to you. Look for a sweet, down-to-earth girl and settle down. It's a good life." She was talking about herself when she mentioned the older women. Dillon picked up on the subtext. His expression softened a bit, "Love's not about age, you know."

"Age might not matter, but older women who haven't settled down might latch onto you. Younger gals, they're different-simple and sincere. If you find one, treasure her." Caroline took another swig of her drink, too fast, and ended up coughing. Dillon quickly handed her a tissue. "Told you to take it easy with those drinks."

"I'm alright." She dabbed at her lips with the tissue. "Why don't you have a drink, too?"

"I think I'll head out," Dillon said, standing up, his demeanor still distant.

Caroline stood to see him out, but she'd had a bit too much to drink and wobbled a bit.

around the waist to

little tipsy, gave him a warm smile. "And thanks for today. I'll pay back the three hundred

pay back? She didn't want to owe him. "What's that supposed to mean?

she didn't think much of him. Whether it was three hundred thousand or just three hundred, she'd always make sure everything was

Caroline, not happy with his response, grabbed Dillon's arm. The alcohol made her

respected her, but he never really looked her

pressed, holding onto his shirt, wanting a straight answer. "Do you have a problem with me? I know you don't think much of me anymore. I'm not young or pretty now, but do you have to make it so

Dillon: ...???

didn't think much of her? Clearly, it was

said, trying to

staying put. "Explain

he insisted. Not wanting to argue over something

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