No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 172



I didn't bother asking who the woman with Jefferson was. From her getup and makeup, it was clear she wasn't his serious girlfriend, just a fleeting companion in his journey.

After Jefferson left, I turned my attention back to my bowl, only to find that Ernest had already finished the shaved ice.

"Let's grab something else to eat," Ernest suggested, without a hint of politeness.

Gritting my teeth, I agreed, "Fine."

Next, Ernest led me to a food stand where he ordered us both a steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup. This time, he didn't touch mine, probably because it was hot.

It seemed he wasn't keen on the shaved ice earlier; he just didn't want me overindulging.

Despite his rough edges, Ernest genuinely cared for me.

After finishing our chicken noodle soup, we continued our stroll, passing by pet shops and florists.

Eventually, I bought Ernest two potted plants. "Your place needs a touch of homeliness. These should brighten it up and bring in some positive vibes." "Am I not 'manly' enough for you?" he teased.

If Ernest wasn't the epitome of masculinity, I doubted anyone could be.

"Consider it a boost of floral scent then; may it bring you luck in love," I teased, only to see him flash a knowing smile.

I had a hunch his smile hid a deeper meaning, so before he could speak, I quickly cut him off, "Don't you say a word."

Obediently, he stayed silent.

the plants in tow, we kept exploring until midnight, yet the streets remained lively and

had work the next

to keep looking around?" he

I'm beat," I yawned,

was too distracted

until I spotted a beautiful flower crown and

from behind me. Turning around, I noticed Ernest's complexion was

gaze fixed on the

approached him,

the sweat on his forehead and grabbed his wrist. "Are

off," he admitted without

eating shaved ice flashed through my mind. "Did the shaved

before

moment, I grew angry. "How long have you been in

"All this while..."

him but instead, urgently pulled him along.

follow my

pulled me back,

flower crown through a quick transaction on

but now that he had paid, I had no choice but to wear

his pallor, I couldn't dwell on the small stuff, quickly guiding him

late hour, I wasn't sure we'd find a suitable doctor, so I tried calling

up, leaving me no choice but to take him to the emergency