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

or kinship.

about

a moment. "I'm not sure. I've

like Teddy before. He's optimistic and kind, and even though he

he's always content and

a moment then

made her want

at the bright blue sky.

sweetheart or

and pinched Jamie's cheek. "So,

eating properly lately?"

had been overthinking everything, and it caused her

lose her appetite.

do you think I'm a bad person? I keep going

make up my mind."

and forth. You're just thinking things

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

time."

smiled, then added,

it, but don't let

into anxiety. We

who

I'm sure your mom

Vince think the same."

and warm smile soothed

about it. I have to

I have two

nodded and sent her off. When she

pillar, staring at her. This made Lila gasp

say anything, Amelia jumped

a thing for scholars?"

laughed. "Not at

Teddy?" Amelia stroked her chin,