More Than A Favor

Chapter 39

Chloe looked shocked. ‘I thought you were staying a few more days?”

“Got some work issues I need to handle. But I might come back to visit,” I said, keeping it vague.

Even after quitting Logan’s company, I’d still need to work somewhere to support myself.

“Right. Everyone leaves eventually. Just this old lady stuck here.” Her words hit me hard.

They also sparked an idea. “Why don’t you come with me, Mrs. Sutton?”

“Come with you?” She looked surprised.

“Yeah! I’ll show you around the city.” I smiled, excited about the idea. She’d become like a grandmother

I

to me.

But Chloe shook her head. “No, sweetie. These old legs aren’t what they used to be. I’d just slow your down.”

“Don’t say that! Come on, just for a few days?” I held her arm, pleading.

She

he gave me a soft look. “That’s sweet of you, honey. But I’m staying put. You’ll know where to find me if you want to visit.”

eyes welled up. I hugged her. “I’ll

me? You should miss Ashton. He’s such a good man. But you hurt him so much he had to leave.” Chloe’s words burst

“Elaine, Ashton’s really

“Okay,” I agreed.

pool hall, Logan flubbed his

wiped his forehead. “Still no

stayed quiet. Caleb lined up a tricky shot,

She never pushed back before when you talked to her

now?” Caleb wondered.

pool hall visit. “What exactly did

asked about you, Selene, and Liam back

me.”

you. Why so defensive?” Logan snapped.

know why she left? Why she wouldn’t even get the marriage license?”

spoiled her too much.”

had his parents giving him the cold shoulder,

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Chapter 39

Manu

“Man, you never spoiled her. You just got used to her following you. around. You think she can’t live without you. That’s why you say you’re not interested and won’t even look

I supposed to find her? Put up missing person