Lost Me Gained Regret

But he was out of options.

Approaching Christine directly was a lost cause; she wouldn't even give him the time of day.

He needed an opportunity to sit down and really talk things through.

Clearing his throat, he asked, "So, got any bright ideas?"

"Get over this damn cold first."

Gregory stood up, adjusting his cuffs as he spoke: "You'll still have to help with my wedding, you know."

Dailey opened his mouth to refuse but then thought better of it.

"You're something else, always plotting."

Gregory shot him a look and strode off.

...

After days of endless searching, Christine finally found a venue that was perfect for a classic-style wedding, sealing the deal after lengthy negotiations. "Chris, have some water."

Merritt had been by her side these past few days, his show having just wrapped up and now waiting on news from other production teams.

Christine took the warm water he offered, "Where'd you get this?"

"Sweet-talked the lady at the front desk, she helped me out."

cup, feeling a warmth spread through

had a way of taking care of people. Their time together had been smooth sailing in every

caught herself thinking, maybe she should give it a shot

it didn't work out, they could

quickly

guy, she couldn't bear to break his

as they didn't cross that line, parting ways would be

good mood today, my treat,

for your money, Chris. Besides, I'm not picky. Whatever

...

his

ignore what was

reported back on her movements, always mentioning Merritt's

two had even dined at

the town's wealthy

hoping for a table on the day itself was a

But Gregory had connections.

reached out to Jane, who

now, the duo was already seated by

his tablet upon seeing the

A voice stopped him.

"Dai!"

rushed in, circling Dailey, inspecting

in the hospital? Weren't