Right Person, Wrong Time

Chapter 1286 It’s Yours

Roxanna got the underlying message and quickly agreed to Chloe's statements. Her excitement was evident as she exclaimed, "Yeah. This place is a mess without you."

In the meantime, Nicole's mood had been dampened by thoughts of Colton, but the ladies managed to lift her spirits and coax out a laugh. She was gradually getting over the situation and realized that she couldn't prevent him from misconstruing things, nor could she easily explain the child's existence. Such explanations might only worsen the misunderstanding and drive them further apart.

Then, Albert chimed in, affirming the ladies with a nod of approval. "Yeah, they're right."

It has been a long time since everyone has been so amicable. The last time this happened… Suddenly, thoughts of Colton flooded Nicole's mind, capturing her attention ultimately. The memory of him surged within her, engulfing her thoughts and emotions.

Then, Roxanna huddled closer and suggested tentatively, "We should lay out the event's details now, Nicole."

After hearing this, Nicole snapped out of her reverie, looking at Roxanna with a blank expression before her eyes suddenly lit up, and a smile broke across her face.

Nicole seemed momentarily absent. Internalizing her frustrations, she silently lamented the complexities of relationships. Still, she was relieved not to have a boyfriend herself. "Chloe will talk to you about that later. I should get back to

everything, Roxanna." She nodded appreciatively, aware of the immense effort Roxanna had invested in over the past month. With Chloe engrossed in the lab and herself absent

back tears that threatened to escape, then turned around and chuckled softly. "Oh, it's nothing, Nicole. Just part of my job," she responded lightly, quickly

watched Roxanna walk away. Beneath the surface, she grasped the unspoken sentiments behind Roxanna's words and actions, their bond forged through years of camaraderie. She's so genuine, she mused

home quietly, waiting for an

blood samples to the hospital and would inform Colton as soon as the results were available.

The mere thought of rekindling his relationship with Nicole sent a jolt through him, surprising even himself. Then, he lifted his head, revealing bloodshot eyes that added to

Ring! Ring! Ring!

and the sound pierced the air within the villa's walls. He stood up, his hands trembling as he grasped the phone. The caller's number was familiar, and he answered the