No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 260

So, I kept my hands to myself, just curious to see how the server would handle things.

But before the server could make a move, Conrad brought over two glasses of pumpkin spice latte, placing one in front of me and holding the other as he turned to Jacqueline, saying, "Mom, since your sugar levels have been high, I got you a sugar-free smoothie instead."

Jacqueline barely opened her mouth to respond when Conrad had already placed the other glass in front of Haley.

Haley offered Conrad a fragile smile, filled with a poignant vulnerability.

It was genuinely touching, the kind that not only tugs at men's heartstrings – I found it hard to resist myself.

Perhaps Jacqueline noticed it too, because she held back any harsh words she might have had.

Then, the dishes started to arrive, all my favorites, and Jacqueline made a point of serving me each one, making me feel almost like I was incapable of feeding myself.

Conrad and Haley were practically invisible, utterly ignored.

I felt so awkward for them.

If it were me, I'd leave this meal feeling utterly stuffed.

Under Jacqueline's relentless hospitality, I finally had to excuse myself under the guise of visiting the restroom.

Unexpectedly, Conrad followed me out. "Felicia, my mom's gone too far."

I offered a light smile. "Then you should probably talk to Jacqueline about that."

His expression turned cold. "My mom's trying to stand up for you. Can't you see that?"

"I see it," I replied frankly.

"Felicia, you're seeing someone now. Why provoke my mom against Haley? I've told you, I owe Haley. My mom treating her this way only adds to my guilt," Conrad fumed.

"Conrad," my tone chilled, "am I really worth your manipulation?"

Stunned by my retort, Conrad fell silent as I mocked, "The moment I gave up on you, you ceased to be worth a moment of my thoughts."