Chapter 1275 Coward

The weight in Stanley’s gut eased slightly, and the cynical look in his eyes deepened.

Joyce caught it and let out a bitter chuckle. “I’ll take my leave then.”

She lowered her head and dashed out of his office, not wanting him to see the tears falling again.

Once the open sky was above her, she raised her head.

She noted the sky was dark and cloudy as if it would rain soon. Well, at least the weather reflects my mood. It’s dark, cloudy, and raining.

Reaching for her phone, she called a number.

Within minutes, her call connected, and a kind woman’s voice sounded. “Hello?”

“Mom, it’s me.” Joyce plastered a forced smile on her face.

She could hear the joy in Caitlin’s voice. “Joyce, why are you calling at this hour? Aren’t you at work?”

 

“I’m on my leave today, Mom. Can I go see you and Dad tomorrow?” Joyce asked.

dinner yesterday. He was wondering when you’ll be back

could feel

feigning glee in her voice.

that,” Caitlin

few more conversations were exchanged, she ended the

of water began raining from

tears began streaming down her face as she bent down, wrapping her arms around her knees. One could hear the overwhelming sadness in her

who witnessed her crying, were guessing if her boyfriend

no one came up and comforted her. They merely stood there watching with cold eyes

the rain got heavier, the sky had gotten even darker. Suddenly, a gentle voice came from

her knees

man was tall and good-looking. Despite wearing a suit, he seemed approachable.

concern. I’m fine,” Joyce answered through the

a handkerchief. “Your eyes

any tissue in her purse. She couldn’t use the helm of her shirt to wipe her tears, so she accepted it. “Thank you. I-I’ll pay you for

merely smiled. “Don’t worry about it. You don’t have to pay me

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