Chapter 129

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Chloe, feigning unconsciousness, collispred Luke reached out to help but besicmed Too convenient? He realized it was an act

Ethan rushed over. “Chloe What did you do to her?

“She fainted.”

You just stood there? You disappoint me Ethan carried Chloe back to the room. Luke, dejected after being scolded, texted Alice Little sister, if you need anything in Peking, contact Brother Two.”

Alice’s phone buzzed, she ignored it. She wouldn’t believe anything they said. Only she and Jack were at the table. Alice recalled Jack covering her ears, her heart had pounded She wouldn’t ding to familial bonds anymore. She had someone

Jack noticed her distraction. What are you thinking?

Alice lowered her eyes. “Nothing How long will you stay in Peking?

Tm not sure.”

“Are you here to see your girlfriend? She regretted asking

Jack’s hand paused. “Why are you asking?”

“Nothing” She focused on her rice.

Jack blurted out, I don’t have a girlfriend.”

No? Gator said you did. Her heart leaped.

to protect her.

throat tightened. “Gator’s lying. Did you believe him?” He’d planned to pretend, but her persistent questioning made it impossible. He didn’t want

upset.

heart had already tilted.

together? You

heart pounded.

hesitated, lowering his eyes.

“Oh… that’s… good!”

regretted his words; how would he

them. Alice ate distractedly, experiencing the bittersweetness of unrequited

herself to the restroom. Looking in the mirror, her eyes were

was difficult to gauge the right approach. He’d seen through her feelings but

eye contact. Jack asked, “Not eating?”

it’s my housewarming. She stared at him.“Jack, what if you never get that girl?” I don’t know.

dinner, Alice checked the time. Let’s buy some home goods and men’s shoes

afternoon.”

voice was low, teasing.

If I date, I need shoes

face darkened. “Don’t bring men

man, aren’t you?” She looked at him, smiling. She wanted to

in his life.

pondered.“I see you as a sister. That’s why I can

hit her. “I don’t need

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He hung up.“Let’s order home goods; no

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