Chapter 55

So, Lilac was coming over, and I was supposed to look after her. Juggling my own responsibilities was

challenging enough. Did I need to add looking after her to the mix? Did she have a disability, or was she

just clueless?

I grew up pampered by my parents until high school. Even my socks were handled by my mom. But when

I went to college, no one took care of me. I learned to do everything on my own, and things went well.

Why couldn’t Lilac do the same?

Truth be told, I was reluctant to agree, no matter the reason.

I had reservations about Lilac. She always appeared overly calculating and scheming. I was afraid I

might unintentionally fall into one of her schemes. Moreover, with my focus on the competition, I was

drained every day.

If it weren’t for Colin, I might not even be eating well. I really didn’t have the extra energy to take care of

his girlfriend.

obligation

a lot,” he

so humble? He had changed a lot and invested so

clear that he genuinely cared for

I would have considered offering my blessings

as long as Felix liked

good. I won’t trouble you.” Lilac was always seeking attention in

the cheerful face on the screen, and her feigned innocence was too

My head was pounding.

Colin? He would surely take better care of you

awkwardly cleared his throat. “How would he know how to take care of

eyes, not buying into

Aunt Melinda disapproved of Felix’s relationship with

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concerning Felix’s lifelong

he feared that Colin, like his

time. Perhaps in his eyes, I had never

In this lifetime.

is this exchange for?” I

most a month,”

of people, and I can’t be as attentive as a boyfriend. I’m also busy lately, so I’ll

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