Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 356

I paused, then couldn't help but throw in a bit of sarcasm. "You know, I never realized how tolerant you were."

That night, in front of everyone, I kissed Gregory. I might've had one too many drinks, but it happened. Given Bryant's 'my way or the highway' attitude, I figured that'd be the last time he'd ever want to see me.

When I finished speaking, though, it wasn't Bryant's voice that answered but a commotion from the center of the banquet hall.

Lilliana slipped into an eye-catching white designer dress and stood at the center with a microphone, appearing a little shy. Yet, her eyes were fiercely searching for someone.

She was looking for Gregory.

Lilliana started, "Since I left my grandparents and parents, I've, um, I've been through a lot and faced many judgments. But, clinging to just a few happy memories, I've managed to keep going," she said, her voice cracking slightly, tears welling up.

"I've also been lucky. My family and Greg never stopped looking for me. This morning, my grandmother asked me what I wished for, and I couldn't think of anything because being back with the Myers family was already more than I could ask for. But now, I know what I want."

"I wish to be worthy of Greg's years of waiting, to marry him and become his wife." Her voice trailed off, shy and quiet.

Who would not love a story where the lovers finally got together?

The whole room erupted in cheers, and some guys started clapping loudly.

Ramona's eyes welled up with tears, seeming to accept the reality and feeling a surge of affection for Lilliana. Gregory's gaze was hard to read, sharp and inscrutable.

Bryant stood beside me, and his voice was icy cold. "So, you'd rather be blindly stubborn than get back with me?"