She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1195:

Their idea of getting married had blossomed during a time when everything felt perfect. Freya gave her sister’s hair a gentle tousle. Jarrett made a wonderful boyfriend, but marriage was a completely different world. All she wanted was for both of them to step into marriage because they truly meant it, not because the moment felt sweet.

During the next several days, Freya kept her distance from Ellis. No real reason drove her to do so, except for how she had sidestepped their conversation by ending the last call.

One afternoon, just as Freya was getting ready to leave work, her phone rang.

Kendra’s voice came through. “Freya, there’s something I’d like to talk about.”

“Of course. What’s on your mind?”

Kendra hesitated, searching for the right words. Speaking bluntly might put Freya in an awkward spot, and she knew it.

Picking up on the hesitation, Freya decided to get straight to the point. “Were you hoping to spend a few days at my place?”

“Would you mind?”

“I’d love that.”

Kendra’s excitement was infectious, like a child given a treat. “Of course.” If her own mother were still alive, Freya imagined she’d be just as enthusiastic. The

It was genuine. Even Anita had moments of girlish joy around him, and no

when do you want to come by? I can drive over and pick you up,” Freya offered, shaking

said, not wanting Freya to go out of her way. “I’ll

quiet for

out here,” a new voice joined the line, smooth and relaxed. Ellis had taken the

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attention.

“Not at all.”

scolding, then assured Freya she didn’t need to worry