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?”

I smiled, “As genuine as gold.”

He walked to the foyer, fetching a document envelope from the cabinet.

“What’s it?”

gift of retuming to its rightful owner” Saying so, he handed

looking over a business license

company name.” His handsome finger pointed at the

rest of the documents

new fashion label Janedream? Jane is

“Sounds great!”

in it, Janedream will surely become

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 famous, but

I looked at Mark. “How… how did you

Mark wiped away my tears with a

I love it. Absolutely!”

of my parents‘ legacy. How