Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 390

He was adamant. When the conversation reached this point, I felt cornered. But, just this once, I wanted to be selfish.

I stood up. “Mr. Ford, if you can’t make it happen, I doubt I can either.”

I couldn’t bear the thought of making decisions for Gregory under the guise of what was best for him. Whatever he chose, I’d respect it.

Klein’s gaze was sharp. “He’s head over heels in love now, acting on impulse, ready to give up everything for you. What about later? When the novelty wears off after three, five, ten years?”

I caught my breath.

Klein scoffed, “And when he sees his mother, his sister, all paying the price for his love when he regrets, will he blame you, the stumbling block?”

I had to admit that experience spoke louder than words. Every word hit home.

“It doesn’t matter if you’re Mrs. Ferguson, Ms. Webster, or Ms. Myers.” Klein buttoned up his jacket. “I only hope you realize he’s waited for you for years. Should he sacrifice his life for you? If so, you don’t deserve his love!”

“Or do you not see RF tightening the screws on the Ford Group? Are you trying to bring down Greg and the entire Ford family?”

“I’m giving you two days to think it over. Will Greg continue being Mr. Ford, or will he step away from the Ford family’s shadow to be just an ordinary man?”

couch, the door shut again, my thoughts in turmoil. Gregory’s

I answered, “Hello?”

“Jane, something’s come

we reschedule once

side at

emotions, gripping the phone. “Is everything okay? Can

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in any way?”

some last–minute

at some blooming flowers, feeling heavy–hearted but trying to sound casual. “Are you

“Wishing something was wrong?

“Not

home. And in your free time…” His voice

to infect me, and I smiled. “Us?

flirted, “Don’t play dumb…”

done? The international consultant is here for the meeting.

mature female voice overlapped. That must be his

quickly said, “Gregory, you better go.”

“You