No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 317



"What?" I said with a laugh.

Susie bit her lip, "Licia, is this surgery gonna cost a lot?"

Hearing this, my heart skipped a beat, worried she might change her mind because of the financial strain. "Not at all, it's not that much. And don't you worry about the money. Your brother just landed a new job as a software engineer, and he's making good money."

Susie fell silent. I moved a bit closer to her, remembering something I learned in Psychology about the power of physical proximity in building trust. Sometimes, it's not what you say but simply taking a step closer that makes all the difference.

I gently touched Susie's sleek hair, saying, "The doctor performing your surgery is a friend of a friend, top of his field. You don't need to worry about a thing. Just focus on getting strong and healthy. Once the surgery is over, you'll be back on your feet in no time."

"Licia," Susie's eyes were glistening, "you're so kind."

I smiled, "Of course, if I weren't, your brother wouldn't have fallen for me."

Hearing this, Susie laughed, "Licia, the love between you and my brother is like something out of a romance novel."

she adored, I said, "Once you're feeling better, you'll find

love, especially one who devours romance novels? As Susie continued packing, I went to look for Ernest. His bedroom was empty, and he wasn't

could he

scanning the surroundings in the moonlight. Not far off, by the

in the darkness, I could

footsteps. Now, I could recognize Ernest from

in thought he didn't notice me until I playfully wrapped

then said softly, "How

be? How did you know it was mee Didn't think

for

jealous questions even made me laugh at

Ernest paused, "Your scent is unique

his heart too. He could recognize me by my

him, "What are you doing out here all alone? Something on

air," he said, looking out over the lake, but

into his embrace, "You're worried about Susie,