Two Times The Charm Novel (Clara and Emmett)

Chapter 145

I beg to differ Clara said with a sigh, I’m not being overly optimistic, but Leah is your kin, we know her! Maybe she’s not as simple as I think and maybe she’s got a bit of a soft spot for Emmett, but I don’t think she’s as complicated as you make her out to bel

“Let’s hope so

“I really appreciate all the running around you’ve done to help me,” Clara said cautiously. “As for the road ahead, I think I want to walk it alone. Elio, you should keep moving forward too!”

Elio laughed with a hint of irony, “Yeah right! You heartless woman, first you stole my heart, then you just up and married Emmett! I should just give up! Don’t worry about me, although I’m not as charming as him, there are plenty of women who fancy me! I’ve never been short of female company since you

left.”

Clara knew he always used this kind of talk to hide his true feelings.

But calling him out on it wouldn’t do any good, it would just make them both feel awkward.

“Well, good for you! Pick a nice girl and settle down! You’re at the age where you should be married, don’t worry your parents”

you say there’s nothing to worry about, then I won’t doubt it! But I must warn you, be careful! I don’t know much about Leah, but I know plenty of women chase after Emmett! Your position is on many women’s radar,

say I sound like an elder, you sound even more like one!” Clara glanced at the living room and whispered, “Emmett will be looking for me soon, I have to go! Contact me if anything happens.”

“Sure”

hanging up, Clara sighed looking

And Elio had played the sacrificial role, always making her

are

side,

I’ve been playing with the kids all

a knowing glance.

rest in the room.”

some air! You must be tired, go wash up and sleep, I’ll go check on

started

taken a few steps before Emmett

you, Clara, you’re a lousy liar.”

her face was