Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 99 Meeting a Love Rival I was anxious before asking Lauren to meet.

However, I was surprised when she readily agreed to meet me.

She was already waiting for me when I arrived at our agreed meeting place.

The impression she left on me shattered my previous perception of her.

She was astute but also forthright and bold.

Lauren initiated the conversation, “I didn’t expect you to want to meet me.

Regardless of your intentions, I feel I should apologize.” I smiled and responded, “Saying it’s okay would seem insincere, and blaming you would be overly dramatic.

Your straightforward approach shocked me.” She showed slight helplessness and guilt in her expression.

“Thank you for saying that.” Then, she glanced at me awkwardly and said, “I won’t make excuses for myself.

I had a soft spot for Matthew, and I won’t deny he’s dashing.

So, ultimately, I couldn’t resist that temptation.

I never expected him to

his mistakes.” It was my first time hearing another woman’s evaluation

treated me like a doormat

day, he stood idly by and watched

me at the hospital.” I couldn’t

wondered if it was sympathy or a

into the hotel room

can’t blame me for my lack of shame, but I feel

Lauren smiled awkwardly and continued, “All right, it’s your turn

your lead since I owe you a

want to criticize or beat me, it’s up

my way.” Her

all, I knew I was the one who caused

I spoke frankly, using the word ‘ask‘ to maintain

“Go ahead, she replied.

everything

course, the larger the amount, the better.”

would look petty if I tried to brush things off +15 BONUS “What

she asked again, “How much are you looking to loan?”