When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 693

Christine wasn’t one to beat around the bush. She believed in being forthright.

“If you can’t handle the game, best not play,” she thought, not wanting any future misunderstandings.

Yet she didn’t speak her mind. Instead, she suggested, “There’s this indie cinema nearby. Let’s check it out.”

Merritt trailed behind Christine as they crossed the street, his eyes downturned, “Sorry, Chris. I just wanted to bring you some snacks, didn’t mean to intrude.”

“If I’ve taken up your time, I’ll make it up to you,” he offered.

Christine laughed, feeling the evening’s chill. She had thrown on a casual jacket and pulled it closer, asking, “And how would you do that?”

“…”

Merritt moved closer, “Whatever you want, I’m here for it.”

Christine looped her arm through his, “Next time, just call before doing these surprise visits.”

Merritt suppressed his joy, looking a bit hurt, “I thought you’d find it bothersome, that’s why I didn’t call. If you don’t like it, I won’t do it again. Just don’t hate me, please.” Christine knew his words were more about tactics than feelings.

loved hearing them

nothings were

words of some jerk that made her skin

matter. She had no interest in cold, hard

call next time. I won’t say

smiled, “Your wish

long as you’re happy, that’s

you smiling, to ensure you never shed a

…

Dailey detested hospital stays.

after some IV fluids, he insisted on going home. Clarence couldn’t stop him, so he

did you get so sick?” she asked, her voice quivering, tears welling up but not falling,

she dabbed at a tear that threatened to fall, gently blowing on the cotton ball still on his arm from

Dai. I’ll get a nurse to look at

voice soft and slightly hoarse

to Clarence, “Make sure she gets home

the hospital yet. You still have a fever. If you insist on leaving then I have to

able to

wanted some peace and quiet, “I’ll be fine. I have