The Runaway Groom

Chapter 196

Henry was already feeling ill and irritable, but he still had to comfort Kathy as she continued her crying fit.

That alone made Henry think less of her than Irene.

Women could be delicate and their vulnerability might tug at the heartstrings of men, being exceedingly spoiled would get on anyone’s nerves.

but

Henry was already feeling irritable, and he certainly did not have the patience to comfort someone else!

“You told me you wanted me to get together with Isaac, right?” Kathy sobbed.

Henry kept his patience as he told her, “Sit.”

At the same time, Moneypenny reminded her, “Say what you have to, but no one would understand you if you cry louder than you speak.”

Kathy glanced between him and Henry just then. Even though Henry was not visibly angry, he was a lot less mild than usual. She was naturally smart enough to notice Moneypenny’s kindness, and quickly stopped sobbing.

Having ensured that she was calm, she said, “Did you know? Isaac transferred me from the headquarters to a branch office! I won’t be able to see him, let alone get him to warm up to me

actually surprised–that was

she had never complained to Henry about any grievance she suffered, nor shed a

would never have been able to tell if he never compared them, but once he did, it became apparent to him that

was good enough, Isaac

felt

proposed the match in the first place, and if he reneged now, he

she

What a dilemma!

what he was thinking, and hence thought of

you plenty, even making you Master Isaac’s savior. You should be using it to your advantage—what do you think Master Jefferson can do even if you came crying

flushed and lowered her head

Moneypenny–his words lacked tact, but Henry did

it was almost reasonable: Kathy should be coming up with ideas of her own to make

much could Henry help, when Isaac

help?” he asked just

idea because even drugs failed to work on Isaac.

only work if they spent time together, so that he noticed

branch office? He’ll definitely fall for me if I stay