The Love From Vengeance

15 NO LOVE

ARIEL’S POV

“I found your purse,” Luke said, holding it up for me to see.

Thank you. Can I have it back?” I approached him, extending my hand.

As I reached for the purse, I couldn’t help but notice how close we were standing. His cologne smelled pleasant, though I refused to let myself be swayed by his charm. It would have been nice if he matched his attractive appearance with a good personality, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the case. I knew that the good side wasn’t coming any time soon.

I collected my purse from him, surprised by his action. And I thought he was going to start acting crazy again. But it looked like some people had come to their senses. Or maybe he was just waiting for the perfect opportunity to start being stupid.

“Thank you,” I said, my tone devoid of any warmth. I was not going to joke with this man anymore, nor was I going to be friends with him. But one thing was for sure: My mission here. would be accomplished.

I started to walk away, but Luke called out to me, prompting me to stop. I turned around, wondering what he wanted to say. I wasn’t in the mood to engage with him, but maybe being a little polite wouldn’t hurt, right?

“What is it now?” I asked without facing him.

“Why did you come back?” he queried.

I gave him a disapproving look as I turned to face him. “What kind of question is that?”

“I need to know, Ariel!” Luke raised his voice and approached me. He grabbed my arm, and I glared at him in response. “I don’t know why, but I feel like you came back because of me.”

I chuckled. “Don’t make me laugh.”

“It’s true, isn’t it?” His grip tightened as he spoke.

“If you think you’re still important in my life, you’re only fooling yourself,” I said, my tone cold. “You were erased from my life the moment we separated.”

“Are you sure about that?” he asked, raising an eyebrow.

“Why are you even bothering yourself with this?”

mean?” he

to hate me. So why do you keep following me around like you

Luke scoffed. “Who said I was following you

play dumb. You’re the only person here with me, and the only

do not love you. I never loved you and never will. You’re not even worth my

crossed my arms, leaning closer to him. “If I’m not worth your time, then why

curious, okay?” he

you be curious about someone who’s

to

clear with you,” I retorted. “And don’t over think things, Luke. I do not

he said, after staring at me for

you need answers to your questions, so let me give them to you.” I spoke with so much boldness. “First of all, I came back for work. There are lots of projects, including this on with your company. And secondly, I don’t want anything to do one, that we’re working with you anymore. If it weren’t for this ongoing project, do you think I’d be standing here with you right now? So please, Luke, don’t approach me again with all these silly questions. The only thing we should be discussing is business,

gaze away from me

to do,” I

to be engrossed in a text conversation, as indicated by the constant smile on his face. It appeared evident that he had found himself a girlfriend. I mean, considering his expression at the party and now, it was quite obvious. I couldn’t help but

we can start going now,”

so long?” He asked without sparing

was talking to someone,” I replied, slightly annoyed as I thought about

and then returned his attention to

how did you know?”

shrugged and continued to give his

waiting for you in the car,” I

to make a phone call, so I rummaged through my purse, searching for my phone. To

in myself. This meant I would have to go back to that building, and I sincerely hoped I wouldn’t

driver’s seat, fastened his seat belt, and placed his hands on the steering

on!” I exclaimed, and he turned to look at me.

wore a tired

phone in my purse, so it’s obvious I left it

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