The Indifferent Ex-Husband Heartstrings in the Mall of Fate

Chapter 200

Zachary was a bit awkward all of a sudden, not expecting neither of them to be interested.

"No biggie, I'll hook you up with someone else next time," Zachary said with a chuckle.

"Thanks, Mr. Gardner," Brandon replied, keeping it cool and polite.

"What are you being so formal for?" Zachary laughed, "I thought since you guys are about the same age and have similar temperaments, it'd be worth a shot to set you up. But hey, no worries. Even if you don't hit it off romantically, being friends is still cool," Zachary added with another chuckle.

Sophia just smiled, not really knowing what to say, feeling the awkwardness of the moment. Brandon just glanced at Zachary without joining in the conversation.

Zachary then turned his attention to Sophia, "Sophia, you're not getting any younger. Careers are important, but don't let work get in the way of your personal life."

"I got it, Mr. Gardner; don't worry about me," Sophia lightly responded.

"Good to hear. Just don't brush off me." Zachary was quite invested in this matter, "Who doesn't want to find a boyfriend? You can't have that mindset. Young people should date while they're young and tie the knot when they find the right one."

Sophia, not sure how to respond, just nervously nodded, "Yeah."

"What's your type? I'll keep an eye out for you," Zachary offered.

"Really, no need, Mr. Gardner," Sophia managed, struggling to keep smiling.

"Nope, that won't do. At this rate, you'll be single till the cows come home." Zachary was dead set on this, "I've taught lots of students, seen all types. There are plenty of great catches among them. Just tell me what you're looking for, and I'll play matchmaker."

at her, and then turned the subject to Zachary, "Mr. Gardner, planning to stay

daughter and her husband work around here,

help but look back at Sophia, "You really

look, "What do you know? Marriage and kids can really put a dent in a career. Sophia's just starting out, now's the time to push forward. She shouldn't let marriage hold her back. If

"I just meant if there's a good match, she gotta grab

smiled and took over the conversation, "Thanks, Mr. Gardner. I'll

for good. Zachary

on in high spirits, though Zachary probably still had a thing for playing cupid between Sophia and Brandon. He kept bringing up Sophia in conversation, reminiscing

the topic, occasionally looking over at

the other hand, spent the whole time in embarrassment, trying to steer the conversation

of the meal, she felt totally mortified. Talking about her struggles, especially in front of Brandon, was not

bit longer to chat with Zachary before leaving around ten. Zachary stood up to see them off, "Brandon, do me a favor and walk Sophia

Sophia refused without thinking. But Brandon

looked at

Brandon, "Brandon,

"No problem."

Sophia, obviously waiting for her. She had to follow Brandon out before saying

parked right in front of the villa. He walked to the passenger side and opened the door, looking back at Sophia, who was hesitating,

at the door, waiting

get into Brandon's car and waved goodbye to Zachary and Jolin as they left. Brandon also addressed

sedan slowly drove off into the