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!

as she reached the restroom door, she spotted Tarquin in the smoking area. He was the only one there, standing at the railing, tall and straight, one hand in his pocket and the other holding

nose, long eyelashes, and clear and distinct

the guy was

Evan did bear a striking resemblance to

though. Just a glimpse stirred annoyance within her. She decided against going to the restroom and turned

but at least she could avoid him, right?

man’s voice came from behind, “I really dislike it when people play games

Was he talking to her? She glanced back at Tarquin who

imagining

heard him again, “My patience is limited. If you’re trying to play hard to get, save yourself the effort. Why don’t you just come clean about what you’re trying to get from

Elysia was sure she wasn’t hearing

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the hallway. He was speaking

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

said, “My patience is just as limited. I’ve explained to you many times that I had no intention of getting close to you. I never even thought about knowing you, let alone getting something from you. Don’t

frozen the century. “People who play mind games in front

her ground, tilting her chin up bravely. “I’m not playing