Several years ago. when she had left Austos City for a few months, exactly before she was about to give birth, Paula went to Amecan to see her At that time, she had perceived that she was not well She wouldnt know that Paula had broken up with Burton but for her probing Nevertheless, Paula just kept the reason why they had broken up the secret from everyone, and every time she fished for the cause of it Paula just closed up At last. Lucia gave up
A few years had passed after they had broken up
In recent years, Paula didn't date anyone at all. which almost drove Paul Thomas crazy for he was afraid that her sister would die alone if she went on like this But he couldnt force a marriage on his sister
Suddenly, it downed on Lucia why Paula didnt go out with anyone over the past few years That was because she had given her heart to that man1
Lucia signed slightly and motioned the two imps to stop talking about that Paula, which restaurant shall we eat at today9" Lucia caught her with quick and light steps
Lucias voice jolted Paula out of her contemplation She hastened to signal to Lucia where they are going to dine tonight "On the second floor, there was a restaurant serving delicious beef steak and a special area for kids to enjoy themselves "
All too soon, they reached the restaurant No sooner had they entered the restaurant Janet and Timothy went to play in the play area The beers were served soon, Lucia handed Paula a bottle of beer and asked mildly, "Paula, Is there any possibility between you and
Burton 7"
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Then, she looked at her with a tentative look. 1
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Paulas face changed slightly for a while, and she opened a bottle of beer sipping slowly "You know. I have split with him for a long time ' <1
Her voice was full of studied nonchalance
"Yes, I know you are split with him. But I can tell from his eyes that he was still in love with you."
Paula clenched the bottle slowly until her knuckles were white. "Whatever" She gave a gasp while she said
Seeing the pretence of indifference that Paula kept up, Lucia felt a strong feeling of frustration
As her intimate for so many years, how could she didnt know that Paula was unable get Burton out of her mind7
Lucia panted heavily and gulped down the whole bottle of beer in her hand "Pop1" She put down the bottle on the table with an abrupt halt
Paula opposite her was completely taken aback by her movement Lucia, are you crazy?’"
Lucia didn't drink often and she just took alcohol for fun sometimes So. such a swig like today was really rare for her and startled Paula "No, I just think we are no more friends sharing everything with each other as before."
Saying that, Lucia felt she was washed over by a burst of terrible sorrow "I'm your best friend, right7 But you even cant be open with me"
"Why7 Paula, I dont understand why you choose to hide it from even me1"
Paulas face flushed with anxiety, finally, she spoke, "I didnt mean to hold out on you, I just thought .."
Paula looked down speechlessly and the rims of her eyes turned red
A few seconds later, she finally collected herself and continued, "It's just too disgraceful I blew Burton off for he had cheated on me ." Lucia was left dumbfounded She even couldnt believe what she had heard "What?"
Paula explained Calmly. It was his birthday On that day. I went to his residence unannounced to surprise him However, what I saw was he coming out of his house with a woman "
Her voice was choking with sadness
Lucia, somehow, could felt her pain strangely
She used to believe that Burton was devoted to Paula Until now, she found that he was a sanctimonious shit in fact'
Anger was brimming inside Lucia She looked up at Paula, "Did you have a talk with him about that7'
No, I dont think its necessary after the sighting Paula took a gulp and added, ‘You know me well, what he did is clearly beyond the pale and I wouldn’t swallow it."
Each woman had a different requirement for the level of loyalty in love And Paula was definitely the one that required the best loyalty In his opinion, her man would have to belong to her both physically and mentally only
Lucia took a deep breath She asked hesitantly, 'What if there is an accident’ For example, the girl is his sister "
Paula shook her head ’I've looked into it That girl is introduced to him by his mother"
Hearing this, Lucia was rendered speechless
If that was the case. Paulas true heart was for nothing at all
’Forget it Dont mention that stupid past ’
Paula poured Lucia a glass of beer and then filled her glass They then clinked glasses
After a gulp of beer. Paul suddenly thought of something She asked Lucia, ’By the way, why would you be with August just now’’
After Lucias turn, it was Paulas turn to ask Lucia
Lucia forced a smile You II definitely be unable to imagine it He should be the boss behind the commercial that invited Timothy and
Janet1’
"What’’ Paula widened her eyes How come’"
Lu'>a shook her head in a wry smile ‘I didn't know until this day either"
But. Timothy and Janet Will they be alright’’
If August became aware of the childrens real identities, they might never have the chance to leave Austos City
Lucia was also at a loss as to what to do She said, ’I know But we have signed the contract And it is valid I cant turn back my back upon them ’
The liquidated damages would cost her a big fortune ,
More than that, she didn't want her kids to break a contract It would inflict a bad influence on them
’Lucia, say. do you think that August did so on purpose’ It was such a big coincidence How could he happen to be the big boss’"
After pondering for a while, Paula continued, ’Could it be that he rekindled his love for you’ Just like what was popular on the internet
err He abandoned his wife and regretted it, and he would try million times harder merely to win her back1’
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