No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 251



I had a sinking feeling in my gut.

But, knowing full well the danger, it was like I was willingly walking into the lion's den.

Still, I'm not one to just roll over and play dead. With that thought, I shot Jefferson a text: "Jefferson, I'm off to meet Allen Clark. Keep an eye out for me, will ya?"

No reply came through. He was probably in the middle of training.

Yeah, training, not snoozing. Because Jefferson was gearing up for the championship, and that meant, aside from his drills, he was also buried in rigorous physical conditioning.

Sleeping in was not in his book.

I wasn't worried about him missing my message, though. Once he wrapped up his session, he'd definitely check his phone. Plus, I had some time before my meet with Allen.

Taking a deep breath, I floored the gas pedal, speeding towards Evergreen Wellness Retreat.

By the time I arrived, Allen's imposing Range Rover was already parked out front. Mr. Clark was there, looking like he was exercising. Whether it was genuine practice or just for show, it definitely beat smoking or mindlessly scrolling through a phone in terms of class.

also signaled to me he'd been

an apology, "Sorry

before turning to me, "Waiting for a charming lady

always a tad playful. I offered a polite

frowned slightly, "Just like

caught me off guard, then it clicked - he was referring to my empty hands. Quickly realizing my oversight,

let out a chuckle, clearly amused by

Without

with a

Snother word, he gestured

of his

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us, g a bouquet of fresh

it covered," Allen said with a grin, handing

graciously,

go the extra mile for a beauty," he quipped, boasting subtly

it, I said, "Mr. Clark, you really are a

eyebrow, asking, "You think

replied, internally rolling my eyes at his