Chapter 282

Cole answered,”He just left.”

“Let’s meet at the usual spot at noon,” the voice on the other end had said.

Cole grumbled in response, “Okay.”

Since the call was made, there was no backing out. Cole already had a nagging feeling he already knew what this was all about.

At noon, Cole strutted into the cozy diner where Landon was already waiting. Spotting Cole, Landon hurried over with a warm grin, pushing a cup of coffee across the table. “Cole, good to see you, man.”

Cole took his seat with a nonchalant shrug. “Cut the formalities, Landon. We’re not at a business conference.”

They were classmates in high school and roommates in college. With years there was no need to be so formal.

With a deep sigh, Landon got straight to the point. “You’re against Jason and Estrella getting back together?”

Cole leaned back in his chair, a flicker of irritation crossing his face. “They’re already divorced. What’s this about second chances?”

we both wanted? For Jason and Estrella to be happy together?” Landon’s voice

narrowed. “That was your dream, not mine. Besides, I’ve got a grandchild n Our family business has got a successor. I don’t care if Estrella never marries. And let’s be honest, you know exactly

younger

raise Jason well enough. I promise to

did little to soften Cole’s stance. “No deal. I

and his expression grew somber. “Cole, you can’t just fulfill your own dreams and leave me hanging. Dorvold Group’s got a successor, but what about me? Besides,

of his coffee, setting the mug down with a thud. “Landon, you

you like, but I refuse to see her suffer again. She’s doing just fine. now. Dorvold Group has enough to support her and Isaac for generations. She can do whatever makes her happy. And let’s not forget, I’ve given

You…” Cole cut himself off. “If you don’t care for

Estrella liked Jason back then. She just lacked an opportunity

this time. Let them decide. If they choose to be together, we

change Cole’s mind today. He just needed Cole not

unshakable. He had never bowed to anyone, in business or in

up. “All right, let’s settle it this way. Let’s have lunch now and not argue about this anymore.”

they walked to the parking lot after lunch, Landon turned to Cole, “Cole, Isaac

now? Trying to claim my grandson, too?” Then he added, “No, he’s

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