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."

the cup, feeling a

care of people. Their time

she caught herself thinking, maybe she should give

work out, they could always go

she quickly dismissed

good guy, she couldn't bear to break his

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

I'm in a good mood today, my

puppy-dog eyes lit up, his smile radiant, "You work hard for your money, Chris. Besides, I'm not picky. Whatever you feel like eating, I'm

...

waiting for his recovery and

ignore what was

her movements, always mentioning

two had even dined at Vista Town's most iconic Western

for the town's wealthy

reservation to dine there; hoping for a

But Gregory had connections.

out to Jane, who was more than happy

the duo was already seated

smashed his tablet

A voice stopped him.

"Dai!"

in, circling Dailey,

the hospital?