GoodReadChapter 122 The awkwardness was thick, but honestly, it was probably better that he knew.
Hayden grabbed his phone, which he'd left on the table, and walked out. The second he was gone, Demi practically squealed, saying it was all over.
But I didn't give it much thought. I never intended to pursue anything with Hayden, so whether he was mad or misunderstood the situation didn't really bother me.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtTo me, Hayden was just a passing acquaintance. I had zero plans to get tangled up in another relationship. It wasn't like I was swearing off love because of one bad experience, but I just didn't have the emotional energy for it right now.
After breakfast, I planned to drop Demi off at work before heading to a job interview.
I'd only sent out my resyesterday, so I was surprised when I got an interview invite this morning. The speed was unexpected, but hey, landing a job quickly sounded good to me.
But as I reached the parking lot, I noticed Wayne's car parked there. He stepped out and opened the back door, and out cLindey.
They were here to see me.
"Hi, Lindey," I greeted her, walking over.
"Rea," Lindey grabbed my hand, and tears immediately started streaming down her face.
Her reaction leftstunned. I glanced at Wayne for help, and he quickly handed her a tissue. "Mom, you're going to freak Rea out like this. Just say what you need to say-no need for the waterworks." Lindey took the tissue and dabbed at her eyes. "Rea, let's go hand talk, okay?" I looked back at Wayne, hoping for sexplanation. He sighed and filledin. "My mom tried calling you, but she couldn't get through. You didn't respond to her messages either. She was so worried she didn't sleep at all last night and insisted I bring her to find you this morning. She already knows what Jace did." I had a feeling this was about that.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Lindey, why don't we sit down in the restaurant? You probably haven't had breakfast yet. We can talk while we eat," I suggested, not keen on heading to the Johnston residence.
Lindey shook her head. "I don't have an appetite." "Then let's just talk," I insisted gently, and after a moment, she agreed.
I turned to Wayne. "Why don't you take Demi to the amusement park? I'll stay here and talk with your mom, then I'll take her home." Wayne looked at Lindey, then back at me, nodding. "Thank you." As Demi left with Wayne, I led Lindey back into the restaurant. She tried to refuse when I wanted to order breakfast for her, but I insisted and got her usual favorites. "Rea, I know what Jace did. You were right to hit him- he deserved it," Lindey said, makinglook down 372 +25 BONUS Chapter 122 at my hands.
"It's my fault for not raising him better. He's made so many mistakes and hurt you in the process," Lindey continued, shaking her head as if the guilt was too much to bear. I bit my lip. "Lindey, this isn't your fault. Jace made his own choices-he's an adult." I wasn't sure what Lindey's true intentions were in coming to see me, but I had a feeling she was here to play on my emotions, maybe even to convinceto forgive Jace.
In truth, whether or not I forgave him didn't really matter anymore, but was worried Lindey might still hope I'd get back together with him. Lindey nodded slightly. "You're right, so don't let this weigh on your mind."
"Lindey, you're overthinking it. I don't feel burdened by this because I did nothing wrong," I said, tone can be said, keeping my firm, catching her a little off guard. After a moment, she nodded again. "Yes, yes, you did nothing wrong. It's all Jace's fault."
I stayed quiet, but she continued, "Rea, about you resigning-Matthew doesn't agree with it either. Jace will personally apologize and ask you to cback." +25 BONUS Chapter 123 Chapter 123
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