Chapter 265: I Won’t Let Any Other Woman Stay in Our Home
Angela Pov
“Sophie.”
Despite my memory gaps, I had been speaking regularly with Sophie Parker lately, and our friendship had naturally rekindled. We were college friends, and even without memories, I instinctively trusted her.
“I thought now that you have Vanessa, you’d forget all about me,” Sophie teased.
“Vanessa?” The name
name meant nothing to me.
“Your other good friend! The one you met while living in Italy. You and I met during school in New York. Don’t you remember her?”
I don’t think I have any recollection of her…”
“Well, I suppose I should feel honored that you still remember my name at least.”
I lived in Italy? Sean hadn’t mentioned this. I glanced at him in the driver’s seat, absorbed in work documents on his laptop.
u at the airport?” I asked, surprised.
Airport announcements echoed in the background of Sophie’s call. Are you at
“Yep! About to board soon. I’ll see you when I get back.”
“Okay.”
“But definitely not tonight, Sophie added. “It’ll be the middle of the night by the timed arrive.”
After checking her flight information, I offered, “What time? I could come pick you up tonight.”
“Absolutely not,” Sophie refused immediately. Tll be landing in the early hours of the morning. You should rest properly. We can meet tomorrow.”
I just smiled without pushing further.
“Well, I
I need to board now, I’ll call you tomorrow.”
Sophie answered my call with surprise in her voice when I told her
has waiting at the airport exit.
Why arent you sleeping at this hour? Didn’t I tell you to rest and wed
meet tomorrow
“How could I not come pick up my best friend returning to New York My voice carried genuine affection.
Sophie’s voice softened with emotion. “Okay, I’m heading over now.”
“Ill be waiting.”
Sophie messaged that retrieving her luggage might take some time. assured her it wasn’t a problem – I would wait as long as
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Chapter 265: I Won’t Let Any Other Woman Stay in Our Home
“Are you alone?” she texted
“No.” I replied.
That seemed to reassure hi
In the winter chill, Sean had opened his coat to wrap around me. We mus ave made a striking couple – perhaps because of Sean
catching appearance, many travelers turned to look at us. Then potted Sophies face- simultaneously familiar and unfami
As she approached, Sophie teased, Are you here to pick me up or stw off your relationship?
Laughing. I pushed Sean away and turned to embrace Sophie tightly he immediately returned the hug Our reunion lasted for quite
some time.
Sean watched us embracing, struggling with his patience before finally speaking up. Hugged enough yet? It’s getting late
Sophie gave Sean an exasperated look as she released me. “Are you actually jealous of female friends too?”
Sean pulled me close in one smooth motion, then said to Sophie, “This isn’t jealousy, it’s adoration! Don’t you have your Charles
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Sophie’s face reddened as she rushed to explain, Charles was just my former boss. There’s nothing between us.
Stop arguing, both of you,” I place to eat something first.”
I intervened, trying
to mediate. “Sophie must be tired and hungry after such a long flight. Let’s find
you accompanying me for a meal. I’m already grateful you came to pick “No, no,” Sophie waved dismissively. “It’s so late. I can’t have yo me up. Just drop me at my hotel, and I’ll grab some takeout nearby.
I frowned at her suggestion. “Takeout?
“It’s just this once. What’s the harm?”
Where’s the n nutrition in that? Why would you eat that?“.
“No way. Get in the car. We’re taking you somewhere to eat.
Despite Sophie’s continued protests, I eventually pulled her into the car. After some discussion, we decided on a late–night café for hot drinks.
Sean had no interest in coffee, but because I liked it, there was a cup in front of him too. The rich aroma filled our space as Sophie took a large sip and ate two pastries, which seemed to satisfy her hunger somewhat.
Noticing Sophie’s tired appearance, I fussed over her. Sean watched my attentiveness toward my friend and, despite knowing wo were just close friends, couldn’t help feeling a twinge of jealousy.
“Have yo
you booked a hotel yet?” I asked, setting down my coffee cup
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