When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 680

Edith took a sip of her water, letting out a satisfied sigh, “Jane’s just looking out for you, you know.” “It’s a messy kind of care, though.”

Christine nodded, “Go take a seat and relax. I’ve got to wrap up a few things with a client.”

“Sure thing, you do what you gotta do.”

…

I couldn’t shake off my unease about Christine, even zoning out while slicing the birthday cake.

Gregory was there to steady my hand, thankfully.

But my worries proved to be unfounded.

Christine and Dailey were seated worlds apart, with a sea of people and an aisle between them, each engaged in their own conversations.

Just as the cake was being served, Christine stood up suddenly, catching me off guard.

Dailey followed suit, both heading my way.

I frantically reached for Gregory, only to find him gone from my side.

“Chris…”

something rash. Just as I opened my mouth,

himself by

for joining us at Jane’s birthday bash and Mira’s hundred-day celebration. It’s a joyous day, and I’m thrilled to present

was performing that puzzled me; she was always the life of the

was Dailey up

Were they performing together?

special; it’s a

partner is none other

Me: “???”

at Christine, mouthing, “What are you

grinned, “This one’s especially for you. Take a seat

just like that, I was gently pushed off

me to a

dazed and confused, something felt

began

half-expecting a brawl

But it didn’t happen.

act was surprisingly good, mimicking a famous comedy

was all impromptu

punchlines and

prelude

proposal, nothing fancy.

that’s it from Mr. Clarkson and me. Let’s welcome the next

Christine descended