Second Chance At Love by Iris Mignon

Chapter 490

Sophia sensed his intense presence and instinctively placed her hand on his shoulder, stopping his advance. The sudden confession thickened the already stifling atmosphere in the cramped spare

Oliver clasped her fingers against his chest and softly repeated, “You’ve been on my mind.”

A buzzing sensation erupted in Sophia’s mind, leaving her momentarily speechless. Instinctively, she stepped back, wanting to maintain a respectful distance–not out of aversion but out of consideration for Amanda.

She knew Amanda harbored feelings for Oliver long before she did. In her mind, Oliver belonged to Amanda

Even if she had feelings for him and he was unaware, Sophia knew better than to get too close to Oliver.

Reflecting on her recent theatrical display with Jason, she regretted the unnecessary entanglement.

Her lack of foresight had been a mistake she vowed not to repeat.

“Oliver, can’t we just be friends! Isn’t it true that all relationships eventually settle into affection with time? What’s the rush?” Sophia’s rejection was evident, and Oliver realized he had been too hasty.

Yes, they had only reunited, confessing his feelings so suddenly was improper.

“It’s fine. Time is abundant ahead, and I am confident that I can warm her heart and win her over.”

Returning

g to his seat, he smiled gently. “Alright, I’ll follow your lead. Let’s start as friends.”

sigh of relief. Even without

meant to be.

bear to get involved with another man from the Wilson family

we go to

her wrist, on December 22nd. Sophia recalled her promise to Sweety about spending Christmas in Eindio with Tommy. She

phone from her pocket, she dialed Lynn’s number. When the call connected, she asked

soon as she finished speaking. “You had four deuces in your hand? Why didn’t you

immediately at the words.

took him to

there, insisting that Jason had provided him

closed her eyes, suppressing the anger simmering

was wild and reckless.

coaxing him with small favors, manipulating him

wouldn’t be long before he had to reveal Sweety to please

allow him to stay in Cester City; he

*Both of

Lynn

an hour, or you’ll be assigned to shovel coal in Lorlando.

didn’t dare argue

trembling voice, she acknowledged and promptly hung

temples wearily, her head was