Chapter 1031:

Linsey absorbed this revelation, pieces of the puzzle clicking into place regarding their shared academic history abroad. The painful irony wasn’t lost on her. While Joanne still carried the flame of her feelings for Jeffery, he had allowed her memory to fade into complete obscurity.

Linsey surmised that from the very beginning, Joanne’s affection had been a quietly harbored secret, unrequited and unspoken. Otherwise, there would be no explaining how Jeffery could have erased her so thoroughly from his memory.

“I was the first one to meet Jeffery. It’s disgusting how Alicia used cheap tricks to wedge herself in. One day, he’s going to drop her—just wait,” Joanne said, her voice laced with confidence as she tilted her chin.

Without missing a beat, Linsey flicked her gaze away, unfazed. “Then be patient. When Jeffery finally gets tired of Alicia, maybe you’ll get your shot.”

“Ugh, you—” Joanne sputtered before catching herself. Her tone softened, less combative now. “Linsey, let’s not waste time on this back-and-forth, alright?”

her face. “I’d stay and chat, but if my guess is right, your precious friend should be showing up

loves marries someone else?” Joanne said slowly, as if drawing out the temptation. “You know I couldn’t care less about

knack for reading people, and Linsey’s barely noticeable shifts in

family, but they hold you in high regard. Jeffery still carries the weight of what he did to you, and he’s not the only

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Linsey a smug little wave. “See you around, Linsey. Hopefully, by the next

rooted to the spot, her gaze fixed on Joanne’s retreating silhouette until it faded into a distant blur. It wasn’t until

Linsey’s shoulders, her hands warm and steady, as if trying to physically

smile that didn’t quite reach

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