It was only after Courtney had left that Estelle started to let her guard down.

In a situation where time had changed and people had moved on, encountering familiar faces can be one of the most intimidating experiences. They would always unintentionally bring up past events, which could be super awkward.

Jonathan poured her some water, “Did that make you uncomfortable?”

Estelle looked up, “No.”

She paused briefly before asking, “Where’s my gun?”

Jonathan frowned slightly, “You’re so attached to your gun, why haven’t you called to ask for it these past few days?”

Estelle didn’t answer.

“So,” Jonathan looked deeply into her eyes, “You actually feel secure about leaving your gun with me, don’t you?”

Estelle’s heart skipped a beat, understanding the implications of his words. The fact that she entrusted him with her most secretive and least-wanted-to-be-seen item without any concern suggested…

“I think, Mr. Lamont

eyebrow “Am I a

a bit confused, “I’ve only ever loved one person,

took a sharp breath, gritted her teeth in secret, and forced out a smile, “Mr. Lamont isn’t a jerk, but

she likes me or not, she might not even know herself. Even if she doesn’t, I’ll make

don’t be

never fail to

you can try

softened, “Would you like to give it

and couldn’t respond

with the food, breaking the awkward silence in the room.

It’ll be ready soon!”

smile on her

a hint of helplessness, wondering when she would look at him like that again. For such a

to keep her in a good mood, so he didn’t bring up the past. Instead, he changed the

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