No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 48

I had stayed there for several days and hadn't seen Ethel’s kids come by to visit her. I didn't pry into it. It seemed Ethel treated me and Ernest like her own children.

One evening, while getting ready to sleep, I got a call from Fanny, asking when I planned to return.

"I haven't decided yet," I told her. "I'm genuinely happy in this little neighborhood. It's been the happiest days since my parents passed away."

I even considered extending my vacation until I got tired of being there.

"Are you sure it's not because you can't bear to leave Ernest?" Fanny teased.

Thinking of the few but heart-fluttering encounters with Ernest, I admitted, "It's not about not being able to leave, but my heart feels alive when he's around."

"Looks like our Ms. Hudson has quite the healing touch," Fanny joked.

I didn't respond, and after a few seconds of silence, Fanny continued, "Has that jerk Conrad not tried to contact you? Not even a text?"

I licked my lips. "No."

Fanny snorted, "He thinks you can't live without him."

I knew it deep down. Looking at the moonlight, I whispered, "Let's show Conrad this time."

I fell asleep talking to Fanny. It was still dark when I woke up again, and the call had ended. Fanny had left me a message. [No one is irreplaceable.]

Yes, I could live without Conrad. These past few days were proof enough. I was eating well and sleeping soundly.