Turning Of the Tide by Diana Sander

Chapter 85

Chapter 85

The night was enveloped in eerie darkness, with a calm stillness that echoed through the empty streets. The frigid air seemed to deter most pedestrians from venturing, leaving the path lonely and quiet.

The shimmering stars cast their faint light upon the sleek front of Edward’s Ferrari, creating a mesmerizing display of twinkling white against the backdrop of swaying trees.

Edward’s gaze remained fixed upon the illuminated 28th floor of the building, its glaring lights piercing through the night. A. profound sense of pain gripped his chest, making it difficult to comprehend or accept what lay beyond those luminous windows.

After half an hour, he reached for his phone and dialed Kyle’s number. “Where are you, Kyle?”

Hanging up the phone, he ignited the engine, propelling his car toward the destination Kyle had mentioned.

Edward arrived at Kyle’s apartment in no time and stopped by the supermarket downstairs to buy a pack of cigarettes.

Having been there numerous times before, he knew the password to Kyle’s apartment. Despite their professional hierarchy at work, they had developed a close friendship outside of office hours.

Kyle couldn’t contain his curiosity as Edward walked in with a sad look. “Did the confession not go well?”

Being intelligent and wise, he knew that workplace matters alone wouldn’t leave Edward so utterly defeated. After all, they had been together for years, and he had a good sense of who Edward was.

Even in the face of project failures, he had never seen Edward in such a lifeless state.

The only conclusion he could draw was that Edward had been rejected by the girl he liked.

Edward slumped onto the sofa, tugging at the corner of his lips with a hint of sarcasm. “Well, isn’t it just perfect that my confession failed? Have you got any alcohol? Let’s have a drink. It looks like I’ll be crashing at your place tonight.” He didn’t even get a chance to confess, and now the girl he had feelings for was already pregnant. He had yet to learn who he had been defeated by.

Kyle didn’t rush to respond and nonchalantly shrugged. “Sure. Any preference for something strong?”

“Sure”

Kyle thought that Edward must be seeking solace in alcohol, secking comfort in their friendship.

what buddies are

returned with a bottle of strong liquor and two glasses, sitting beside Edward. He poured each glass

said, “Before we indulge, let’s call Juana so

about that. He was solely focused on finding an outlet for his frustrations

As soon as work was

Kyle spoke up, “Feeling down? Share it with me. Consider me your emotional dumping ground.”

no reservations about admitting

took another sip of his drink, lit a cigarette, and held it delicately between his fingers.

the opportunity slip away. Edward had mentioned that she was too young, but now it seemed they had not only missed the chance, but she was already pregnant. Clearly, the situation was far more complicated than just having

she’s getting married? No chance to confess?”

bitterness lingering. He rubbed his aching temples and replied, “She doesn’t have a boyfriend.”

thought of a term. “A one-night stand” Was the girl Edward liked that promiscuous? She

pregnancy. “What are you thinking? She’s not that kind of person.

it still considered a one-night stand? What’s the difference?” As someone who had never been

both happened in one night. Wasn’t that what a one-night stand was? Was there some other

I could wait a bit longer. But now, I don’t even have a

him. Edward’s feelings for her seemed to have lasted much longer than just a year or two. “How long have you

little, from elementary school, middle school, high school, and even college. It’s quite a remarkable connection. Sherri liked her and always brought her home to play. She was mature and polite. Even Juana, who’s not easily pleased, adored her. How could I resist? Ever since we were young, I’ve been drawn

of unrequited love. What kind of love could withstand such endurance? Was it Edward’s remarkable ability to hide his emotions, or

The outcome might have been different if he dared to

Edward were to make another confession now,

love you, but you have no idea. When I wanted to share this secret with you,

wasn’t about marrying someone else. It

this was one of the most tragic

warned you earlier. You insisted on keeping everything bottled

known for his swift actions, lived up to the name of his organization. Velocity

remarkable.

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