Loose 675


Chapter 675

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Jared’s reminder made my face flush instantly. I’d been in such a rush earlier that I hadn’t even checked the mirror after my shower. If I’d realized those hickeys were still visible, I would’ve just thrown on a turtleneck.

Jared looked like he’d taken another hit. He bit down in bitter silence, staring out the window and saying nothing.

‘Does he think I did it on purpose?‘ I wondered to myself.

Yvonne was completely clueless, happily staring out at the city lights. She turned to Jared and asked with a bright smile, “Where are we going for dinner tonight?”

Jared wasn’t really paying attention anymore. He said in a detached tone, “Let your mom choose where to

eat.”

So I took both Jared and Yvonne to that Mexican restaurant Nathan had taken me to last time.

The restaurant had a play area for kids–a great chance for Yvonne to build her confidence and practice her English. She eagerly ran off to play by herself.

Back at the table, Jared looked like he’d just sobered up, still out of it. His eyes kept drifting off, sometimes landing on me and staying there for a while.

As for me, I just kept glancing over in Yvonne’s direction.

Out of the blue, Jared asked, “Is Edward really that great?”

I nodded. “Yeah, he’s helped me a lot. He’s a decent person.”


“So, those two buildings at your high school—they’re his work?” Jared asked, his tone dripping with sarcasm.

not bothering to hide

than me when it comes to charming women,”

talking about flirting

silent immediately. The moment my tone shifted, he knew

head back to China. Are you two really planning on trying a long–distance relationship?” Jared

business, not yours,” I replied in a calm

out a quiet laugh, saying

frowned and asked, “What’s so

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Chapter 675

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with him. But you’re not really invested, are you? Once you’ve had your fun, you’ll just drop him,” Jared said, as if he could read my mind.


irritated

clicked his tongue. “You’ve got guts, turning a guy

just donate your

don’t go too far. A man like Edward? He’s not someone you

six months, tops,” I said coolly. Honestly, I’m not worried about having trouble letting go of

been doing research on men or something?” Jared asked,

“No need for research. Real life is

just nodded, noncommittal. “Fine. Just remember, when you get bored, take your heart back. Don’t lose yourself and end

just stay out

up, no longer letting his guard down. Now, he

well–having him analyze me was starting

is he still

and fall for


Yvonne through a quick trip to the museum. Once we were done, Jared and Yvonne caught their flight

leaving, Jared said quietly, “Study hard. Don’t just fool

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