When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 390

He was adamant. When the conversation reached this point, I felt cornered. But, just this once, I wanted to be selfish.

I stood up. “Mr. Ford, if you can’t make it happen, I doubt I can either.”

I couldn’t bear the thought of making decisions for Gregory under the guise of what was best for him. Whatever he chose, I’d respect it.

Klein’s gaze was sharp. “He’s head over heels in love now, acting on impulse, ready to give up everything for you. What about later? When the novelty wears off after three, five, ten years?”

I caught my breath.

Klein scoffed, “And when he sees his mother, his sister, all paying the price for his love when he regrets, will he blame you, the stumbling block?”

I had to admit that experience spoke louder than words. Every word hit home.

“It doesn’t matter if you’re Mrs. Ferguson, Ms. Webster, or Ms. Myers.” Klein buttoned up his jacket. “I only hope you realize he’s waited for you for years. Should he sacrifice his life for you? If so, you don’t deserve his love!”

“Or do you not see RF tightening the screws on the Ford Group? Are you trying to bring down Greg and the entire Ford family?”

“I’m giving you two days to think it over. Will Greg continue being Mr. Ford, or will he step away from the Ford family’s shadow to be just an ordinary man?”

on the couch, the door shut again, my thoughts in turmoil.

I answered, “Hello?”

voice sounded normal. “Jane, something’s come up. I have to bail

we reschedule

by his side at the hospital, especially since Gregory felt guilty for causing

gripping the phone. “Is everything okay?

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in any way?”

replied, “Just some

gazing at some blooming flowers, feeling heavy–hearted but trying to sound casual. “Are you sure nothing’s

teased, “Wishing something was wrong? Missing me that

“Not at

sketches at home. And in your free time…” His voice sounded lazy with amusement,

to infect me, and I smiled. “Us? What

“Don’t

you done? The international consultant is here for the

female voice overlapped. That must

“Gregory, you better

He asked, “You heard?”