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.

Leah Calloway asked, “Bro, you like Clara, don’t

I

very wise. I can tell you like her by how you act around her! I don’t understand why you’d set

just me to like her Elio felt as if he’d been punched

suddenly

won’t understand yet! Liking someone can mean many different things. It doesn’t

Alex tilted his head, looking

could respond, Leah Calloway beat him, “Alex, has your mom ever said she likes

shook his head, “No! But mommy did say she

sent a wave of excitement

quick to pass; his

‘like‘ Clara was talking about was probably not

eat! Let’s stop talking about this, we’ve got a

and didn’t press the issue, instead switching

secretary book

he left his study, Clara was all packed and ready to