Lost Me Gained Regret

Christine took a long breath before she finally came to terms with the news, "You know what I say, it's all about the silver lining. You've had your share of tough times, and now even the universe seems to be making it up to you."

"Fingers crossed!"

I let out a sigh, "Dr. Thompson's assistant also texted me, Grandma's recovering faster than we expected. She might be ready to leave the hospital in a couple of days."

"Isn't that great? Why do you sound so unenthusiastic?"

"It's just... too much good news all at once."

I cracked a smile. "Makes me worry if it's too good to be true."

I suppose I've never been the optimist.

Growing up, I was used to not having much. Now that things are looking up, I can't help but feel anxious about it.

Christine, on the other hand, has always had a better outlook than me. She poked my forehead, "No use worrying about things that haven't happened yet." "You're right."

I nodded, agreeing that I should adjust my attitude. But the unease in my heart didn't fade away.

Luckily, Ivy came to pick me up not long after, successfully distracting me.

Christine was about to make me over when Ivy laughed, "It's still early, no need to fuss. Your mom arranged for a stylist to come to Cloud Villas this afternoon to get you ready." I was startled, "That sounds... really unnecessary."

day for your mom. So, you really shouldn't feel any

couldn't argue, so I just

invited her to Cloud Villas

quickly declined. "I'll

her, thinking she was just

important moments, I wouldn't miss it for the

"You're planning to go with Mr. Richards, aren't

Richards family was another prominent name in Maplewood, and Derek Richards would definitely be on the

pushing me out the door, "Stop dawdling, go meet Ms.

Villas, I noticed my last message to Gregory was still from last night. I couldn't resist texting him. "Did you have breakfast? How's everything

No reply.

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ago, was accused of patent infringement by the patent, holder, demanding an immediate halt. This chip was a

too coincidental, hitting right as Gregory returned to the helm of

stopped myself from calling, not wanting to

focus on

Bella noticed my distraction, "Jane, is it about Johnson Enterprises'

my hands. "Mom... I'm

just finding his footing at Johnson Enterprises, and this could be a huge

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