Chapter 21
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plying that his daughter. Emma, would be staying at home for a few days, and once
was Sunday. Luc didn’t have much to da night.
If he had nothing
to do, he should stay beer and keep Emma company
sided expectati
printed out that a couple needs to show mutual concern, care, and
- Johnson didn’t want Emma to return burn warmily. He suspected that Emma
were disagreeng
daughter didn’t serve any food to Lue and didn’t greet
ee his daughter standing her ground, so why not let her give Lue the cold
But Mrs. Johnson saw it differently. She felt that Mr. Johnson lacked romantic sensibility. Their daughter should nurture her relationship and spend weekends with her husband. What was the port of making her stay in Brookline
The grand villain Back Bay, with its private garden and open ar balcony. could create a beautiful romantic atmosphere. Why couldn’t this old man
understand that?
Mis Johnson shot a disdainful glance at Mr. Johnson and said, “Emma, don’t listen to your father. Luc also needs social interaction on Sundays, meeting friends and classmates You should jom him for coffee or a movie. You could even invite friends and colleagues over for a barbecue to relax. That’s more helpful for reducing work fatigue and alleviating stress.”
e? Don’t make me laugh!
Emma thought. He would take me to see a movie?
in her previous life, she was always the one inviting him to the movies, while he constantly made excuses to avoid it. Even on her birthdays, she had to buy two tickets in advance to invite him. Only then would he reluctantly agree, and spend the entire movie texting someone, leaving her alone to munch on popcorn, foolishly thinking it was sweet.
this called? Unrequited lovel
She was in love all by herself Meet his friends and classmates? That was indeed a joke
She had known him for three to four years and had never met his old friends or classmates. His social circle had never considered opening up to
in her previous life, it took her incessant pestering for him to reluctantly take her to meet one of his old classmates, named what was his name again?
As soon as Jake saw her, he looked her up and down with judgmental eyes, probably comparing her to Luc’s previous girlfriend!
Then, she sat on the sidelines during their meeting, looking foolishly at them drinking and chatting about their carefree days, discussing everything from poetry and songs to life philosophy and goals!
She felt left out and couldn’t join their conversation. Actually, she could have, but every time she tried to speak, Jake would steer the conversation away or deliberately neglect her, making her feel like an outsider. And she still had to worry about whether Luc would hurt his stomach from drinking too much!
In the end, Luc asked her to take a tax home first, saying they were changing locations and it wouldn’t be convenient for her to tag along. In reality, he just wanted to ditch her to meet his ex–girlfriend
Because Jake had pulled him aside and said something. Luc’s expression turned unpleasant when he returned, urging her to leave with a cold and impatient demeanor as if he were annoyed with her for following him
This incident led to an argument between them at home, and he blocked her on Instagram and the phone. When she came back from the hospital with the pregnancy test report, she received the divorce papers
The past was too painful to revisit. Every moment was etched in her mind, and it was hard to shake off
Seeing that she wasn’t responding, Mrs. Johnson asked, displeased, “Emma, your mother is talking to you. Didn’t you hear me? What’s wrong with you? Why are you always zoning out?”
Taken from her reverie, Emma replied, “Mom, don’t worry, he’s not interested in these things” Her tone was calm as if she were speaking about a stranger because she was just stating the truth. Based on his previous temperament, he wasn’t interested and didn’t want her to meet his old friends. Why
act eager and white distaste?
Hearing this, Luc felt a sudden stiffness in his cheeks and a heavy sinking in his heart. His face darkened, and the endless coldness in his deep eyes frantically scanned Emma’s indifferent face as if it were a barrage of attacks.
Why had she become so unfamiliar?
(Chapter 21
If Emma’s tone had been tinged with resentment or a trace of complaint, he wouldn’t have felt this way. This unease and discomfort, this restlessness.
After a moment, a voice cold and indifferent as ice drifted forth, Emma, if you want to go to the movies today, it’s not impossible.”
…There’s no need We’re about to divorce, why would we see a movie?
Before she could answer, Mrs. Johnson spoke eagerly with a laugh: “Emma, you see, Luc is quite romantic, isn’t he? You two should enjoy a movie today”
Upon hearing Luc agree to see a movie with her daughter, a hint of joy appeared on Mrs. Johnson’s face, it was as if she were the one going to watch a
film with a handsome man.
Did Luc still have feelings for her daughter? Wasn’t it clear now?
Mr. Johnson shot a cold glance at Mrs. Johnson, seeing her elated expression, feeling disappointed, was this really what was defined as romantic?
It was just charity!
If Emma knew what her father was thinking, she would echo, Isn’t his tone just that of charity?
Emma calmly faced Luc, her eyes still devoid of emotion, her face without a smile. Was it a prelude to divorce kind of chanty?
Well, that’s fine! Inevitably, the songs end and people dissipate…
It’s up to you, I don’t care!”
–Don’t care?
Luc’s heart trembled slightly, emanating an aura of suppression. Who was it that was pleading not to divorce in her dreams last night?
If you don’t care, who cares? I don’t either. After all, you are just an optional person to me, Luc reminded himself in his heart
Mrs. Johnson” What’s wrong with Emma? Didn’t she always want to go
ant to go to the movies with Luc? Why does she suddenly say it doesn’t matter?
“Emma, Luc has finally found some time to accompany you today. After breakfast, go tidy up so you don’t keep Luc waiting.”
Mr. Johnson put down his fork, glanced at Mrs. Johnson, and said, “This is the children’s business; you shouldn’t interfere.” How could Mr. Johnson not see that his beloved daughter didn’t want to go see a movie with Luc? Perhaps she had figured it out?
It should have been this way. He knew his aloof, intelligent, and insightful daughter would return to her senses. So lofty that people can only look up to her. even unreachable by looking up, that’s his precious daughter!
As for Luc, he’s nothing extraordinary!
The ringtone of Take Me to Your Heart” began to play, that was Luc’s phone. He picked up, sliding across the screen to answer the call. The voice on the other end was his mother, “Luc, where are you? You’re supposed to accompany me to the Star Music Hall today; Soraya’s school is having a performance
there”
There was a shadow in Luc’s eyes as he asked, “Mom, why didn’t you mention this yesterday?”
If she had told him yesterday, he could have arranged it in advance, but now, he had already promised Emma to go see a movie.
Luc walked toward the balcony, lowering his voice on the phone and closing the glass door behind him. “Yesterday? Do you have the nerve to bring up yesterday? Do you not know what happened at the old house?
Luc pinched the bridge of his nose and soothed, “Mom, let’s not bring up the past.”
“Do you think I enjoy recalling it? Every time I think about it, my head hurts and my heart feels heavy. If Emma doesn’t apologize to me and Soraya, you
better divorce her sooner.
Luc turned his head to glance at Emma through the glass”
“Luc, are you listening? Soraya’s concert starts at two this afternoon. You should come to pick me up in Quincy and go together beforehand; Soraya will be upset if you’re late.”
“Mom, isn’t the driver around?” The community in the west was a bit far from Back Bay and Quincy in the east. It wouldn’t be far if starting from Back Bay, but if leaving from the community, it would require a substantial detour.
Mrs. Taylor complained, Jerry Andrews took a day off today. Surely, I can’t take a taxi there?”
“Okay, then I’ll come to pick you up!”
Luc hung up the phone, returned to the hall, and emotionlessly said, “Emma Soraya has a concert at two this afternoon, I have to rush over.” He didn’t find it inappropriate that he had just promised Emma to watch a movie together, yet now, he was leaving her.
“Weren’t you supposed to accompany Emma to see a movie?” Mrs. Johnson felt a bit upset, seeing through the situation. To him, her daughter was not as important as his family.
