Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 230

Mark suddenly tumed around, his eyes shimmering as if filled with stardust, catching me entirely off guard as he asked me that question.

I was completely flustered, and my mind went blank for a moment. I had never pondered over such a question. Whether during our college days or after Mark returned from abroad, I always regarded him as a close friend.

I was entangled in a mamage that was like quicksand, unable to break free, and Mark had his long–time love interest. We seemed perfect candidates for platonic friends. No expectations, no worries.

Meeting Mark’s gaze, I fumbled for words. “Mark, I…. um…”

“Come on.” Mark chuckled teasingly, “Just kidding. Why do you look so spooked? And here I thought I was the good guy. It seems I was mistaken, huh?”

“Of course not.” I sighed in relief, awkwardly touching my nose as I explained, “I just found the question surprising. That’s all

That was too surprising. After all, I hadn’t even divorced yet. How could I entertain such thoughts? Besides, knowing Mark had someone he cherished, I wouldn’t drift toward such ideas.

He laughed. “So, was it a genuine compliment then?”

“As

to the foyer, fetching a document envelope from the cabinet. “You might want to praise me even more after seeing this.”

“What’s

rightful owner” Saying so, he handed me the

out the contents, looking over a business license and some company documents with confusion. “What

the company name.” His handsome

I saw Janedream, I froze and frantically went through the rest of the documents until tears blurred the ink on

new fashion label Janedream?

“Sounds great!”

baby’s name in it, Janedream will surely become one of

brand. After much thought, Janedream was the chosen name. It officially launched on my seventh birthday. However, after my parents passed away, the entire company was acquired to settle debts. Some brands remained somewhat

tears, I looked at Mark. “How… how did you find

is impossible.” Mark wiped away my tears with a gentle voice, “Do you like it?”

I love it. Absolutely!” I nodded

part of my parents‘ legacy. How could I not