Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)

Chapter 119

*Right, so what’re you planning for the future?”

Elio sipped on his Coke as he made casual conversation.

Leah Calloway thought for a moment, “Well! I’m thinking about going back to my country”

Elio was taken aback, staring at her in surprise, “Going back? Why the sudden decision? I thought you said you had no plans to go back.”

Leah Calloway seemed unfazed by his reaction, “I feel like there’s not much for me here anymore. There are a lot of job opportunities there that align with my profession. Plus, I got an offer from a company there last year I want to give it a shot!”

“But Emmett’s settled down there”

Elio left the rest unsaid

Leah Calloway pretended to realize what he was implying and chuckled, “Don’t worry” we’re not even in the same city! Besides, I doubt Emmett wants to get any closer to me. He’d probably want to avoid me. He’s probably worried I’d mess with his marriage.”

Elio lowered his gaze, sipping his Coke in silence.

you like Clara, don’t you? Why did you

said I

looked at him, smirking. “Us women are very wise. I can tell you like her by how you act around her! I don’t understand why you’d

not enough for just me to like her Elio felt as if he’d been punched in the gut at

Mr. Milburn too!” Alex suddenly chimed in, leaving both of

Alex’s head, “You’re still young kiddo. A lot of things you won’t understand yet! Liking someone can mean many different things. It doesn’t mean you’ll end

his head, looking

“Alex, has your

then shook his head, “No! But mommy did say she likes Mr. Milburn!”

wave of excitement through

to pass;

about was probably not

this, we’ve

Calloway laughed and didn’t press the issue, instead

had his secretary book his return flight.

Clara was all packed and