No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 153



I checked my planner, and realized Herschel's birthday was just three days away.

It didn't feel right to burden him with heavy news on his special day, so I decided to deliver my gift early. That way, I could skip the festivities altogether without feeling guilty.

But before I could act on my plan, Dustin showed up out of the blue.

I hadn't seen him since we left the amusement park, and I almost didn't recognize him at first glance.

"Guess I'm a bit of a coal miner now, huh?" Dustin joked, referring to his disheveled appearance.

His comment made me think of Ernest, and I couldn't help but smile. "Your mom would have a fit if she saw you like this."

"Nah, she thinks I look more rugged this way," Dustin said, trying to lighten the mood.

agreeing. "Definitely

rubbed his face, "I thought so

to keep things light, I found myself at a loss for

my intention to visit Herschel, I asked,

Dustin's words

work, but since moving out, I hadn't been back

was planning on dropping by today," I paused,

lingered

the topic. I

aggressively undermining the company I

was no surprise on Dustin's face;

"I've talked to my dad about it. And

arranged by my dad as a lobbyist today. Felicia... come back." Dustin's serious tone took me by surprise and made me chuckle. "What, is he going to kick you out

incident

with the Wagners when Herschel had sent Dustin on an errand he botched, resulting in a couple of kicks. It was the first time I'd seen Herschel lay a hand on someone, and Dustin took it without a tear or an explanation. His embarrassment was evident only

shame.