The Scorned Heiress: No More Mercy novel Chapter 353

Watching Evan spiral into absolute misery actually makes Jake feel a lot better. It is comforting to know he isn't the only one who was played for a fool, and Evan's raging regret makes Jake's own mistakes feel a little less agonizing.

"Just cut your losses," Jake advises, masking his inward satisfaction with a look of deep sympathy.

"How?" Evan groans. "My mom practically chained us together. How am I supposed to cut my losses now?" No matter how much of a disaster Jade turns out to be, his mother still praises her like a saint.

Jake bites his tongue to stop himself from calling him a pathetic mommy's boy again. Taking pity on his childhood friend, he picks up the menu and orders a premium Angus ribeye, hoping the expensive cut of meat will soothe his own battered ego.

Despite feeling like his world is collapsing, Evan somehow manages to devour his food when it arrives.

At that exact moment, Tara and Lucinda stroll into the restaurant.

"Tara, you have to try their steak and crème brûlée. It's absolutely amazing," Lucinda says, practically glowing with excitement. She clearly frequents the place.

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