Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

"Having trouble finding a parking spot? Let me go help..."

Whoops! Cliff finally realized, noticing the displeased expression on Murray's face. "Ahem! Murray, Roseanne hasn't come back yet, has she?"

It had been over three hours.

Murray spread his hands and shrugged. "Come back? You think breaking up is a joke?"

With that, he walked past Cliff and sat on the couch.

Cliff scratched his head. Could it be? But soon enough, he shook his head, feeling he was overthinking it. If anyone could make a clean break, it was Murray, but not Roseanne. Of all the women who might agree to a breakup, Roseanne wouldn't. That was a well-known fact in their circle.

"Murray, why are you alone?" Never one to avoid stirring the pot, York Gibson folded his arms with a smirk. "You bet three hours, and now it's been a whole day."

Murray smirked, "A bet's a bet. What's the penalty?"

York raised an eyebrow, "Let's switch it up today. No drinking."

Murray was stunned to hear that.

and say in the sweetest voice. 'I'm sorry. I

Laughter erupted around them.

and snatched Murray's phone

rings, "Sorry, the number

hint of surprise flashed across

faded as everyone exchanged

blocking Murray, huh? Only if the pig can fly." Even Cliff felt awkward by the end

pondered. "Maybe Anne's serious

Are they supposed to be fake? I'm not playing this game a second time. Mention Roseanne again, and you're no brother of

after a moment, he said, "Just don't regret

disdain. He

lighten the mood. "Hey,

...

Leda finished her morning run and entered the house, immediately

oatmeal, Roseanne emerged from the kitchen in a houndstooth dress that showcased her slim and straight legs. Even without makeup, she was stunningly beautiful.

Brown, straight, and in a high ponytail? All dolled up,

please.

wishing you well?" Leda approached the breakfast table, amazed