Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time (Charlene and Thorne) novel Chapter 474

Still, no one pressed for details.

Just then, Vesta spoke up. “Since we’ve run into each other, why don’t we sit down and have a meal together?”

As soon as she finished, Dalton was about to agree, but Gaylord interjected first. “No, thanks. I have things to take care of. Maybe next time.”

Right after Gaylord, York chimed in, “I’ve got plans of my own too. Sorry, maybe another time.”

Dalton had come with York. He hadn’t expected York to turn her down so directly. Caught off guard, he paused, then simply echoed, “Yeah, maybe next time.”

Vesta had always been a little more attentive to Dalton. She noticed the flicker of surprise on his face and immediately realized York’s excuse was just that—a polite way to say he didn’t want to have dinner with her. She couldn’t help but notice that York’s attitude toward her was… indifferent. Not interested, but not unfriendly either—just polite distance.

She gave a slightly awkward smile. “Alright then, maybe another time.”

York nodded politely, clapped Dalton on the shoulder, and turned to leave first.

Gaylord, meanwhile, had already gone back to his seat, scrolling through his phone, ignoring Vesta completely.

Vesta had more or less expected Gaylord’s refusal. In the past, even when he pretended to be aloof, he couldn’t help but sneak glances at her, always paying attention in his own way. But now… after saying his piece, it was as if she didn’t even exist.

Before Vesta could respond, Janetta spoke up quietly, “But Mr. Hearst and Mr. Ramirez, they’re both totally devoted to you, cousin. It doesn’t seem right for you to introduce them to us…”

Laverne shot her daughter a look of exasperation. “What’s wrong with that? Feelings can grow over time. They like your cousin, but if she takes the initiative to bring you all together, who knows? Maybe something develops. You won’t know unless you try.”

Janetta fell silent.

Vesta finally spoke. “I’m not really in touch with them these days. I don’t feel comfortable playing matchmaker out of the blue.”

“It’s fine,” Laverne said. “If there’s a dinner or party and Mr. Hearst or Mr. Watson are attending, just bring Jane and the others along. That’s all it takes.”