Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 72

“I know, go ahead.”

“Alright… By the way, how come you’re here? Did you come with someone?”

This was the Jinpeach Restaurant, a place with a steep bill that ordinary folks wouldn’t just stroll into.

Elysia told the truth, “I came with Blossom. She’s treating me to dinner.”

“Oh, that explains it. Well, enjoy your meal. I’ll come find you once I’m done here. Give me your new number, and let’s exchange contacts.”

Elysia nodded, and they swapped numbers, also adding each other on WhatsApp.

With that, Zane parted ways with Elysia.

Elysia steadied her mind and made another trip to the restroom. She needed to freshen up, not wanting Blossom or the kids to notice anything off.

But fate–damn it–has its own plans!

she reached the restroom door, she spotted Tarquin in the smoking area. He was the only one there, standing at the railing, tall

his profile–sharp nose, long eyelashes, and clear

the guy was

bear a striking resemblance to

want to see him, though. Just a glimpse stirred annoyance within her. She

but at least she could avoid him,

from behind, “I really dislike it when people

Was he talking to her? She glanced back at Tarquin who was still staring straight ahead, his posture unchanged, not looking at

imagining

to continue walking, she heard him again, “My patience is limited. If you’re trying to play hard to

Elysia was sure she

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were alone in the hallway. He

thin. She turned around and marched up to Tarquin, stopping a mere three feet

I had no intention of getting close to you. I never even thought about knowing you, let alone getting something

it could have frozen the century. “People who play mind games

by his demeanor, stood her ground, tilting her chin up bravely. “I’m