When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 723

Winter had settled over Vista Town, making the choice for a honeymoon spot with a warmer climate an easy one for Christine. The year was winding down but it wasn’t quite tourist season yet, so when Christine arrived at the beach, it was pleasantly quiet. But that didn’t deter her from having the time of her life.

After all, when you’re on vacation, it’s all about embracing the beauty and the feast.

“Chris, go ahead and change. I’ll grab us some chilled coconut water,” her friend offered.

“Sounds good.”

Nodding, Christine headed into the changing room.

She was just about done when someone else entered. She was too focused on her clothes to pay much attention.

However, as the person approached, a faint scent of jasmine wafted over. It was a scent she associated with Dailey, though his was usually mixed with a hint of pine. The scent now was pure jasmine. Zipping up, she headed out without a second glance at the newcomer.

But the person stopped her.

“The Clarkson family’s standing is not to be underestimated. They wouldn’t let just anyone in. Dailey might find you interesting now, but it’s just a fling.”

“As a woman to another, I thought I’d give you a friendly heads-up. Cut your losses early. Don’t get too caught up.”

“And using another man to make Dailey jealous isn’t exactly clever.”

Nelly was all smiles and soft-spoken, seemingly coming from a place of concern.

But Christine was self-made, having navigated through life’s myriad challenges on her own.

in concern, was clearly a display of

I appreciate

sarcastic. “But maybe you should spend your time figuring out how to use your position to secure your own place in the

in Nelly’s eyes, though her expression

that Christine was Jane’s close friend,

expected some resistance, but her main goal was to prevent any deeper connection between

to burst your bubble, but I’ve been part of the Clarkson circle since

a touch of malice in her voice. “Oh, is that so? Well, envy is beneath

touch of authenticity. “You need to know your place. Why would a gem be housed

smile grew

‘see if you ca

that glow when I

Sarkson family.”

caught off guard, her smile

“You’re delusional.”

tidied her hair, contrasting with

the to

in someone else right now.

got a love

walked out, straight

didn’t even glance at him, not caring if he heard their

she passed, he

pull away, irritation clear in

are you

at how long Nelly was

“Christine.”