A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 738

Zoe cut Jay short right then. “Forget it—none of that actually matters now. It’s the distant past and I couldn’t care less. But understand this: I didn’t come back to make you feel guilty or win your sympathy. In fact, I would’ve rather not shown up around you at all, because all I want is to properly live my life. So, please stay away from me.”

Zoe shook his hand off as hard as she could.

Jay had to stand while leaning on a cane, and her shove left him stumbling a couple steps backward.

By the next second, she already stormed off without so much as looking back.

Jay’s fingers clenched, but he stayed silent.

When Zoe returned to the couch, Arthur was clearly getting a little impatient.

Other thespians were sitting next to him, having come to toast him, so Zoe sat near the edge.

After Arthur was done socializing with them, she finally returned to her seat.

“What took you so long?” he growled.

and we had a

you ladies all love Jay Parker, don’t you?” Arthur scoffed. “Well, what’s not to like? He’s handsome and talented… while men like

Rubio. Your reputation in showbiz is legendary­countless

amorously as he dispensed with covers after

Zoe replied, pouring

the glass for

Zoe smiled, humoring him.

just as she was going to pull away and goad him to drink, she noticed a familiar figure striding

was happening, Arthur promptly released her and greeted Jay. “Please, sit

between Arthur and Zoe, with Zoe shifting aside since Jay’s leg was

interrupting?’

of course not! Come on, join us,” Arthur quickly said. “Zoe? Do pour Mr. Parker

Zoe said, rising to her feet and pouring both Arthur

Zoe. Aren’t you going to toast Mr.

poured herself a glass and said, “Here’s to your health, Mr.

she

She really is marvelous, isn’t she?’ Arthur praised her as he chugged