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Chapter 60: Mistaking a Pebble for a Gem Like old friends, Davina’s smile was warm and teasing, as though we shared a close senior–junior relationship. I didn’t answer her right away. Instead, I asked, “Mr. Lynton, Davina, have you met Free Spirit in person yet?” As soon as I spoke, the smile on Davina’s face … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 60” »
Chapter 59: Friends Things often unfold in the most unexpected ways. I stared at the golden invitation on Bradley’s passenger seat and blurted out, “Are you going to Starlight Art Gallery?” Bradley blinked in surprise, casting a curious glance at me. “Charlene, are you going too?” I suddenly had the feeling that this was some … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 59” »
Chapter 58: Challenging Though I had suspected from the start that Fletcher might have arranged things this way, hearing him admit it out loud still felt like a dagger plunging into my heart. The pain was unbearable. He was so sharp, so perceptive. If Kaitlyn could figure it out, Fletcher certainly could too. But still, … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 58” »
Chapter 57: No Need for Discussion The lively street was busy, and there was only one main road that led to Gary’s studio, which meant I couldn’t avoid Fletcher and Davina. I wasn’t far from them, but since Fletcher was listening patiently to Davina, neither of them noticed my presence. It was then that I … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 57” »
Chapter 56: Tacit Understanding Riding on Fletcher and Davina’s coattails, I was finally allowed into Gary’s office. The secretary, who had been arrogant just moments ago, now stood nervously to the side, obediently listening to Gary’s reprimands. After a few sharp words, Gary turned to me with an apologetic look. “You should apologize to Ms. … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 56” »
Chapter 55: Superiority The moment the young man heard my question, he looked up, meeting my gaze. As our eyes locked, I saw a flash of surprise in his beautiful charming eyes. But it was gone in an instant. Then I heard him laugh and say, “Miss, are you a fan of Free Spirit too?” … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 55” »
Chapter 54: Explanation As Fletcher approached, I could finally see the underlying irritation in his eyes–an emotion I had never seen in him before. With the haze of alcohol blurring my senses, he seemed, in some inexplicable way, tinged with a touch of grievance. But this was the same man who had just celebrated his … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 54” »
Chapter 53: How Much He Cared for Her I spoke with a hint of self–mockery, intending to ease the awkward atmosphere that had settled earlier But Fletcher remained stoic, his face an unreadable mask, clearly conveying his desire to avoid engaging with us. Davina, on the other hand, stepped in to smooth things over. “It … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 53” »
Chapter 52: A Misunderstanding A 100–day anniversary. I mulled over those words, and then recalled the desire in the man’s eyes from last night. For a moment, it felt like biting into an unripe grape–bitter and unsettling. I had always thought that someone as busy, aloof, and serious as Fletcher would never remember these “insignificant” … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 52” »
Chapter 51: The Wristband I followed Fletcher and Duke into the CEO’s office, trembling with nervousness. “Mrs. Lynton, will a cup of coffee work?” I glanced at Fletcher, who was removing his suit jacket, and gave a slight nod. A moment later, the spacious office was empty, save for Fletcher and me. The man, dressed … Read More “Begging to be loved again Chapter 51” »