Chapter 48


    a hint of a smile in his eyes, casually replied, “Yeah, just got it confirmed.”


    “It was him finally giving in.”


    Steven wouldn’t let him be modest, “He’s been in touch before he even came back, just couldn’t


    make up his mind till now.”


    Not just Linda, I couldn’t help but admire him too, chuckling, “Looks like it won’t be long you, pride of


    our alma


    before RiverCity Universityes knocking for an exclusive with


    mater.”


    Speaking of which, Bryant, despite having graduated years ago, had a dedicated column. in the


    RiverCity University newsletter that still attracted a legion of fans among the students.


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    Maybe he was meant to be a star in the sky, far beyond my reach.


    “So, are you here specifically to celebrate Mark’s new title?” Christine asked between bites.


    “Exactly.”


    Steven nodded, “Eat up, we still have the second half to go.”


    He said nonchntly, throwing a sidelong nce, “Too bad Bryant couldn’t make it, otherwise you


    guys…”


    I could tell he didn’t want me and Bryant to split up.


    “Your mouth runs even when you’re eating.


    Christine swiftly stuffed a piece of brownie into his mouth.


    I forced a smile, “It’s not a big deal.”


    He had someone he wanted to be with.


    Since we were going through a divorce, leading separate lives is only normal.


    Right, it was normal.


    As we were leaving the diner, perhaps distracted, I missed a step and nearly tumbled down the


    stairs, saved only by a strong hand steadying me.


    “Careful, are you alright?” Mark’s voice was gentle with concern.


    “I’m fine.” I just twisted my ankle a bit.


    Except, it turned out to be more serious than I thought, every step sending a sharp pain through my


    foot.


    Does it hurt much? Mark frowned.ed


    1’s okay. I can handle it.


    ooking ahead to Christine and Steven who were eaty ne hand no out to pay, I said, “I wisted my


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    stb bad, need to go to the hospital? Christine asked with concern.


    S’octhing just a minor issue.”


    handed her my car keys, “Just can’t drive is all. You’thnaveva takebyever.”


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    “Jane, are you feeling alright?” His voice, smooth as marble, broke the silence.


    I blinked, taken aback, and asked, “What makes you ask that?”


    “You seemed a bit ufortable during dinner.”