Too late for a second chance (Lila and Dorian)

Chapter 526

Jamie shook her head. "Not really. He went to university when I was 13 years old,

and graduated with a PhD this year. He's already signed a contract to become a

professor at the National Science Academy.

"That's why my mom is coming back to discuss the engagement with his family."

Lila did a quick mental calculation. Completing a Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD in

just seven years—this guy was impressive!

Thinking about Teddy who resembled a happy puppy, she couldn't blame Jamie's

mom. If she had a daughter, she'd also want her to pick an accomplished

scientist.

Lila thought for a moment. "Well, how do you feel about it? Plus, you two have

been apart for seven or eight years. Has your childhood fiancé not dated anyone

during that time?"

Jamie shook her head. "He's been busy with research. He didn't have time to

date."

"So, you two have been keeping in touch?"

"Yes, but not often because he's so busy. When we do talk, it's just casual small

talk."

Lila nodded. "Do you like him?"

Seeing Jamie stay silent, Lila could guess her answer. Having a childhood

a foreign country—it was hard to tell if her feelings for

or kinship.

again, "What about

a moment. "I'm not sure.

and

he's always content

a moment then continued, "Like

comforting, and it made her want to be around

up at the bright blue sky. It seemed Jamie had to choose

childhood sweetheart

out and pinched Jamie's cheek. "So, this is why

eating properly lately?"

didn't respond. She had been overthinking everything, and it caused her

lose her appetite.

a bad person? I

make up my mind."

and forth.

marriage is a big deal. It's only right to take

time."

smiled, then added,

it, but don't let

into anxiety. We love

who you

sure your

Vince think the same."

gentle tone and warm smile soothed Jamie's restless

understand, Ms. Hart. I'll think carefully about it. I have to head back to the

have two

sent her off. When she

pillar, staring at her. This made Lila gasp in

anything, Amelia jumped

a thing for scholars?"

"Not at

speak up for Teddy?" Amelia stroked her