Chapter 114 Why Should I

Put A Stranger Ahead Of…

Ernest’s expression flickered between surprise and concern.

He let out a quiet, indistinct sound and furrowed his brow at Denver, as if he eagerly wanted to say something

Denver felt a little out of place.

“Alright, alright.” Linda gave Ernest’s hand a reassuring pat. “You don’t have to worry. Nyla already gave Denver her approval, so there’s nothing to be concerned about.”

She turned to Denver with a warm smile. “Ernest sees Hadley as a younger sister. Now that she has a boyfriend, it’s only natural for him to be protective. He doesn’t mean anything by it.”

“Got it,” said Denver with a nod. “I understand.”

He met Ernest’s gaze. “You can rest easy. My feelings for Hadley are genuine, and I’ll make sure she’s happy.” Ernest seemed to relax a little, though a slight crease remained between his brows.

Once they stepped out of the hospital room, Linda walked them to the elevator.

“I need to stay with Ernest, so I won’t be able to further see you off. Thanks for stopping by.”

“It’s no big deal,” said Denver. “Go back inside. Hadley and I can manage.”

“Alright.”

**Linda walked back to Ernest’s room, and Hadley remained quiet.

“Hadley?” Denver waved a hand in front of her. “You look lost in thought. What’s going on?”

“Nothing…”

Snapping back to reality, Hadley gave a small shake of her head.

Something about Linda’s behavior felt off. Maybe there was more between her and Ernest than she let on.

But there was no point in overthinking it.

Ernest was now awake, and that was what mattered the most.

And the truth about the past would have to wait until he had fully recovered.

“Let’s go.”

“Yeah.”

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Chapter 114 Why Should I Put A Stranger Ahead Of You

the wheel and drove Hadley

into a bit of traffic

red light, Hadley leaned against the window and took a bong

incredible.”

the way her expression

were shut, so he

“There.”

“Smells like honey–roasted nuts. You

Denver said with a light

he drove on a bit before pulling over near

his seatbelt. “What are you

look.

another word, he stepped out of the car.

moment

had formed at the stand. Denver took his place at the back and motioned for Hadley to join him.

a little. We’ll have some

“Denver…”

chuckled. She had only made a passing remark

easily. Counting on her fingers, she kept track.

loved these treats just as much.

they video–called every few days, it wasn’t enough. She just hoped the surgery would be scheduled soon so

realize Denver had already reached

take the honey–roasted ones,”

luck. This is the last batch.”

“The very last?”

shoulder. The vendor gave her a nod and repeated, “Yes,

was a man, she clasped her hands together in a pleading gesture. “I’ve been craving

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“Well…”

had been for himself, he might have considered it. But this time, it wasn’t just

with a polite

“What?”

not expecting a refusal. “Come on. Don’t be so stingy.”

didn’t argue. He simply smiled.

and crossed her arms. “Alright

give you five bucks extra. That should change

Denver said, unfazed. “It’s not

steps away. “I’m really sorry. Maybe you’ll have better luck

you go,” the vendor said, handing over

and gave the frustrated

he added before

to Hadley and held out the bag like a trophy. “There you go! The vendor said they’re the most

took a

up a peanut and held it up to Hadley’s lips.

it a try.”

“Alright.”

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