Trading My Ex for His Uncle by Hello Spring

Chapter 949

After some hesitation, Valarie decided to put the matter out of her mind for now. She drew the curtains, grabbed her pajamas, and headed for the shower. The next morning...

After getting up and freshening up, Valarie went downstairs and noticed Brandon sitting at the breakfast table with her father.

She hesitated for a moment but quickly walked over and sat down, pretending nothing was wrong.

"What are you doing here?" she asked.

Brandon smiled. "Valarie, your car is at my place, so I came to give you a ride to work."

"I told you before that I'd have the driver pick it up from you," Valarie said, her tone flat.

"You'll have a hard time without your car this morning," he replied calmly.

Valarie felt a twinge of annoyance. She could always ask the driver to take her or even call a cab-what was the big deal?

She didn't respond, but her expression betrayed her irritation.

I'll head to the office first. Since Brandon is here,

meddle in his daughter's personal matters. It was better for them to sort it

and Brandon remained in the room. She ignored

you not want to see me?"

"There's no need to ask questions when

He was silent for a few moments before speaking slowly. "Valarie, I know you're still angry. I want to give you the time you asked for, but I'm afraid... the longer this drags on, the more you'll want to push me away." Noticing the unease

"Brandon, will you really keep your distance

the hint of hesitation in her voice and quickly replied, "I promise. If there's a next time, no matter how much I beg, don't forgive me. "These past few days, all I could think about was

the past, when he

would scoff, dismissing it as childish

never understood how simple

could escalate

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and experienced their arguments-especially the silence that followed that he realized how painful

out the conflict any longer would only deepen the

lit up with relief. He was about to speak when Valarie added sharply, "But I won't give you a third chance.

firm, her eyes leaving no room

but nodded.