The Indifferent Ex-Husband Heartstrings in the Mall of Fate

Chapter 174

"Brandon's parents asked me to help make this thing happen," Don said.

"Honestly, as an outsider, I shouldn't be sticking my nose in. But as Brandon's friend, I want him to be happy."

Sophia just looked at him without a word. Don hadn't quite hit the nail on the head yet.

"You know Brandon," Don continued. "The guy's actually got a lot going for him— he's easy on the eyes, tall, in good shape, smart as a whip, Ivy League grad, CEO of a big company, rolling in dough, and handsome to boot. He doesn't mess around like some other guys, he's clean as a whistle, kind, and considerate. The only downside is he's a bit cold when it comes to feelings and emotions."

Don looked at Sophia as he spoke. "A guy like him, stepping into a new marriage would be a walk in the park. Because to him, who he marries might not make much of a difference."

Sophia remained silent.

She had talked about this issue with Brandon before, and he had admitted that for him, who he married didn't really matter.

A person like that, you could say he's heartless, but also that he's capable of long- term commitment.

He wouldn't cheat on his marriage, nor would he have an affair. In fact, if you're not looking for romance, he's the perfect partner to just settle down with and get through life.

Don could read the thoughts in Sophia's eyes.

"So, you see, if someone really pushed for it, single Brandon and Yolanda could end up together," Don said seriously, looking at her. "Sophia, have you really thought this through? One day, he'll get married, have his own family; can you truly be okay with that?"

"From the moment I decided to divorce him, his future life wasn't something I should be concerned about or care for," Sophia said softly, understanding Don's point. "Mr. Dempsey, if you want to play matchmaker for Brandon and Marian, don't worry about me."

Don looked at Sophia, speechless.

Her calmness left him feeling somewhat deflated.

He was actually torn inside.

Due to his childhood crush on Yolanda, and watching Brandon's dedication to her over the years, this affection and dedication had turned into an obsession to see the star-crossed lovers finally together, an obsession that was abruptly cut short when Brandon had his whirlwind wedding.

it, as Brandon's actions felt like a

the two years of Brandon's marriage, he, like Martin, refused to find out or get to

expect Brandon's wife

admired Sophia's talent and personality, but that admiration wasn't enough to compete with

with Yolanda were

were happily and calmly in love, he

had discussed with Kent before, what's called not being able to let go wasn't necessarily about deep feelings; it's often just habit, or being stuck in memories unwilling to move on. But ultimately,

needed to start a new relationship to

a man

kind where one set up a dinner and awkwardly shove two young people together.

he decided to seize the lively atmosphere today and pull both Brandon and Marian

and whether it worked out or not,

of the action, it's easier

to come wasn't

a good

hadn't had much contact with Marian in the past two years, they'd kept

Marian a WhatsApp message. [Heard you're in the West district for a company team-building. Got time

added a video clip of

mind playing games at home, was over the moon about someone inviting her out to eat. She immediately got up to freshen

me, I'll be there in half

a laugh and an "OK" gesture, then sent a message to Brandon. [Company team-building tonight,

came

Predictable.

a party for Sophia's

words "Sophia" seemed to pause Brandon for

he turned off his phone, tossed it aside, and tried

vaguely remembered that he'd never celebrated any holiday with

or an anniversary, he

high school, though,

trouble one night