Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 742

Merritt was on the verge of blurting out the truth, the words almost tumbling from his lips.

But, in the end, he held back.

So what if Christine misunderstood him, refusing even friendship? As long as she saw Dailey for who he really was, she'd understand Merritt's actions eventually.

"Alright, I'll listen to you, sis. I'm leaving now."

...

Through the door that separated them, the soundproofing of the penthouse did its job well, preventing Dailey from hearing anything. He kept glancing at his watch, feeling time stretch too long.

Just as he was about to knock, the door swung open, and he saw Merritt, suitcase in hand, making his exit. Christine followed shortly after.

"How did it go?" Dailey asked, taking her suitcase with a gentle tone in his voice.

At that, Gregory, who had been listening, strode off to find Jane, giving them some space.

Christine was about to answer when the door across the hall opened. Nelly stood there, looking distraught and on the verge of tears.

"Dai, I feel terrible..."

Dailey didn't move, but he asked, "What's wrong?"

Nelly seemed unable to speak, her lips quivering as she struggled to find the words.

Christine took her suitcase back and walked towards the end of the hallway. Dailey wanted to follow, but Nelly collapsed at his feet.

He could only watch as Christine's figure disappeared into a room at the end of the corridor, leaving no direct evidence pointing to Nelly's claim. Even with suspicions, he couldn't just ignore her.

"Primo."

Dailey called one of his men to help Nelly into a room. But as Primo bent down, Nelly clung to Dailey's leg, crying, "Dai, it hurts so much..."