Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2624
An Ordinary Woman
By the time Della was sent home, it was already into the wee hours. Leaving her villa behind, Larry lifted his gaze toward the sky as he trotted homeward. He cut a pitiable figure from behind.
Should there be a day where Della was not able to let go of her feelings for him, perhaps he ought to terminate his professional dealings with her.
“Larry!”
Della suddenly ran out of the villa, shouting. Her trembling body evoked a state of fragility.
“Don’t go.”
“Stay with me for a while more. I feel so sad. It’s my grandmother’s death anniversary today,” she continued.
Hearing that made Larry feel sorry for her.
“It’s late. Go back inside and rest up.” Larry hardened himself up and turned to leave.
“Don’t leave!”
Della caught up with him and refused to let go.
“Whatever it is, we can talk about it tomorrow, alright?”
“No. I’m miserable. Can’t you keep me company, please?” Della’s voice shivered.
Confronted with her weariness and vulnerability, Larry immediately helped her inside.
“You know, I loved Granny’s sweet rolls. When I was little, she used to give me one whenever I cried, and it would make me feel better right away.” Della leaned against Larry as they sat on the couch.
Completely engrossed in her own nostalgic musings, it would seem that she had forgotten who the man was sitting next to her…
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