Love's New Bloom by Simone Hastings

Chapter 144 Friends Before Men

Since the day Erin and Holly had both had a falling out in the bamboo forest, Holly had been ignoring her. Even when Erin was all over the news, Holly didn’t reach out to her.

Holly’s concerned voice sounded from the phone. “Are you okay?”

Erin chuckled and replied, “Are you asking about the incident where I was almost assaulted?”

“Erin, this is not something to laugh about! You have no idea how scared I was when I saw the news! My phone was off, so I didn’t see the news. I spent a whole day watching movies at home. It wasn’t until my other friends asked me about you that I found out what happened!” Holly said somberly, clearly blaming herself.

After listening to her, Erin’s eyes turned red. She thought Holly was going to terminate their friendship, but it turned out she was just hiding at home.

“Thank you for contacting me, Holly. I thought you wouldn’t want to talk to me anymore,” Erin sighed helplessly.

At that moment, Holly was at her own home, sitting with her legs crossed on the sofa and in her pajamas. She held her phone and said exasperatedly, “Nonsense! Would I break ties with you because of a man who doesn’t like me? At that time, I just couldn’t stand it anymore. Simon really didn’t hold back at all. I can’t believe I didn’t give him a piece of my mind! What a coward I was!” “Simon does have some issues. He said he had some kind of condition and wanted me to help cure it-”

Holly suddenly interrupted her, “Could it be a problem in that department down there?”

Erin sighed. “According to him, it seems like it.”

“Hot damn! Serves him right!” Holly exclaimed with satisfaction.

“Let’s not talk about him. I haven’t told you yet, but Chandler and I have reconciled. However, we’re secretly dating because his father wouldn’t agree to our relationship.” Erin’s eyes dimmed a little.

“Sorry, I can’t help you with anything.” Holly felt sorry for Erin. She couldn’t believe that Erin still had to date the man she liked secretly as if they were still in medieval times.

Erin forced a smile and said, “It’s okay. I’ll take it step by step with him. As long as he still loves me, I won’t easily give up on him. To be honest, I took up acting because of him. I hope to make a name for myself in the entertainment industry and be worthy of him someday. It’s impossible for me to get reborn to a wealthy family or become a billionaire myself.”

Holly comforted, “Let’s worry about the future later. After all, you both aren’t at the stage of discussing marriage yet, right?”

“Of course not!” Erin didn’t even dare think about it.

“Well then, just focus on your relationship now. As for me, I’ll have to find another man. Even if I manage to get together with Simon, if he indeed has those problems I’d be missing out on the most important human pleasure. That would be torturous.” Holly expressed regret

said

into laughter. “Haha!

need physical intimacy. You’re lucky to have someone like Chandler, who’s exceptionally handsome and has a great body. Just looking at him is a

felt her face reddening

Chandler particularly skilled in that department? My ex–husband, Eugene, may be young, but he’d already worn himself out with countless women before marrying me. So, he wasn’t

from keeping all that lust bottled up. You’ve even

restrained herself and said, “You’re right. I should really find a

was a difficult question, and Erin could only advise, “Both Chandler and I think that Simon is a bit

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stubborn-”

he’s eccentric. Once this kind of person falls in love, they won’t change for a lifetime!” Holly suddenly became encouraged and

the other hand, was

a person in love was blind. Even a flaw would become

what others say doesn’t matter. To some extent, you’re also a bit stubborn.” Erin wouldn’t actively discourage her good friend, but she also wouldn’t

“Okay, I’ll go with the flow. Maybe I just find him attractive because I can’t have him. Perhaps in a few days, I won’t

is the best

can tell me now. What exactly happened with Simon kissing you at the loft?” Holly asked in a somewhat demanding manner, but it was without

would ask. So, this was what happened-”

what transpired at

anger, and then he suddenly realized he had feelings. No wonder he

was I almost got into trouble later, and he happened to pass by and saved me! Then he even stood up for me. In the end, I owe him a favor, and now we’re kind of friends.” Erin’s tone was filled

commented, “That shows he’s not a bad person; he’s just a bit strange. Erin, you haven’t seen

was at that moment that I fell for

take a long time

anything? Did I disturb your sleep by calling you so late?” Holly suddenly remembered what time it was over at

Erin’s side.___

after finishing, Holly said teasingly, “Damn! I thought you were alone in the hotel room. Since you’re having a meal with three

“It’s fine-”

meal with them. It’s good for you to get better acquainted with them. They can help you when I’m not around. As for Simon,

do you really

man in my life. But I’ll make an exception for Simon. I’m completely relieved now. You focus on your

what to say. After a while, she agreed, “Alright, I’ll get along with Simon for your sake. I’ll try to create