Loose 659


Chapter 659

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I couldn’t help but think Edward had a real knack for winning women over. He always seemed to know exactly what I wanted and would make it appear, just when I needed it, without saying a word.

Jared, on the other hand, was generous with money but had no idea what I liked. He didn’t even know what kind of makeup I used every day. To him, just wearing lipstick meant I was all dolled up.

It’s only when you compare that you feel let down.

I suddenly realized with a jolt–‘Crap, I’m actually comparing my ex–husband to Edward, noticing all the ways Edward is better, bit by bit,‘ I thought.

I pressed my hand to my chest, my heart pounding like crazy.

‘Crap, I’m actually catching feelings,‘ I thought to myself.

After I finished breakfast, Edward showed up, bringing the meds I needed.

“I just had a cross–border meeting that went on for over two hours,” he explained as he walked in.

I knew he was always busy, with a million things to handle every day.

“Oh, it’s fine. Go ahead, take care of your stuff,” I said. I’d already eaten, done my makeup, and slipped into the gorgeous outfit he picked out for me–the colors of the top and jacket went together beautifully.

Edward gave me a once–over and smiled. “So, do you like what you’re wearing?”

it wasn’t


with a playful glint in his eye. “It’s a custom piece from one of my women’s brands. They don’t sell it to the public. If you

couldn’t believe the kind of treatment I

from your own brands too?” I asked, genuinely

a stake

I’ll never have to worry about running out of anything

around.

your meds for this morning,” Edward said gently, opening his

the shot and the pills, I really did feel

a glass of water, turned my back to him,

thought you’d want me to get you some candy to help swallow

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second, thinking, ‘Wait, could I actually ask him

not a little

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feel like being

someone to dote on you for that,” I said quietly. “Kids without anyone to shelter them just

out in the rain.”

word, just kept watching me with that gentle, lingering

me–what I’d said

instant, and I quickly looked away from his

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