Chapter 307

Christine shook her head, clearly not buying into my reasoning. “Plus, you’re divorced now. Do you think a few words from you will make him back off? Setting a deadline is better.”

At that moment, I had to admit she had a point. When I learned Mark had harbored feelings for the same girl for twenty years, I thought she must be lucky. But realizing that girl was me left me feeling more indebted than fortunate.

I struggled to find the proper response.

In the silence that followed, Christine leaned across the table, playfully flicking my earring. “Jane, why not give it a shot with Mark? It’s rare to find a guy that devoted these days.”

‘sighed, “It’s because he’s such a catch that I must be careful.”

I didn’t want to toy with someone’s heart. True devotion deserved true devotion in return. If I couldn’t offer Mark that, it was only fair to let him move on and find someone who could.

Unable to persuade me, Christine dropped the subject. “Anyway, how about we hit our usual spot for dinner tonight?”

she meant the upscale private club we

the suggestion. “Isn’t that

“Don’t worry. It’s on

couldn’t believe my ears. “What, did money just fall

her red lipstick. “Steven’s break–up fee. I didn’t ask for it, but he dumped

“Thanks, Ms.

Christine and I each drove our cars, trying to snag seats just in time. Still, we got caught in the evening

came over to offer a supporting hand, his voice gentle with concern. “It rained, and the ground’s slippery. Don’t twist ankle.”

your

smile in return. “We called this dinner and made you wait. Sorry about

“Why so formal

all.” I laughed, shaking my head.

our private room with the host and led

the restroom.” Passing by the restrooms, I veered

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