Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 133

"Alright... I get it now!"

Tears welled up in my eyes, and turning my head, I caught sight of a particularly bright star, feeling as if I was suddenly pulled from an overwhelming emotion that could shatter me at any moment.

Mark reached into his car and handed me a pack of tissues, "Go on, cry it out. But after today, no more tears. Crying too much now will only hurt your eyes."

He didn't let me linger on the hill for too long before driving me back to the city.

After hesitating for a moment, I ventured to ask, "The girl you've liked for so many years... she must be really special, huh?"

"Yeah." He nodded without hesitation, his gaze softening, "The same little girl I was talking about earlier."

I was taken aback, "That's... been quite a long time."

"Yeah, twenty years," he said, clearly showing his deep, unwavering affection.

I sighed, not knowing what else to say. When we reached Christine's apartment, I softly thanked him, "Thank you for today."

Actually, when he asked me if I was sick earlier in the evening, I hesitated for a moment.

But now, I felt much better.

He raised an eyebrow, "What did I tell you?"

"Some things don't need thanks, but today, I really owe you one."

"Alright, get inside and get some rest."

"Will do. Drive safe!"

The moment I stepped out of the elevator, my phone rang. It was Bryant.

It had been hours since he said he'd only be a few minutes.

I answered, "Hello?"

"Where are you?" His voice was deep and terse.

Walking to the front door, I replied nonchalantly, "At home."

"When did you learn to lie?"

His voice dripped with sarcasm, "The folks at Ferguson Mansion say you haven't been back these past few days, and it's been even longer since you moved out of Riverview Estate!"

"Oh, if you know all that, then why bother calling? Worried I'm cheating, or that I've slept with someone else?"

This hit a nerve, his voice turning icy, "You dare?"

"Sure, I'll take my time following your footsteps," I knew exactly how to provoke him.