Never Late, Never Away

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2528

“The man you met on the road.”

“He’s just a regular friend,” replied Joan.

“Come, let’s give Dustin a toast to welcome him back!” one of the girls declared with her glass raised.

In an instant, the atmosphere turned lively. “Dustin, you left so abruptly, and came back when everyone least expected it too! What’s that all about? “

“Yeah, Dustin. Thank goodness I didn’t collapse from a heart attack, or you’d have to take responsibility for me!” hollered another girl.

Dustin chuckled, but ate his food without commenting.

There was nothing much to explain. He had left the country because of Joan. Similarly, he had returned because of her as well. He glanced sideways at the woman, who was chatting merrily with the others.

In truth, nothing else mattered except her happiness. Even if they could never be together, he would be happy as long as she was. Yet, for some unknown reason, he just couldn’t stomach the thought of her being with Larry.

something against Larry. In short, every time he saw

staring at Joan? Do you like her?”

is that? Dustin has always liked Joan,”

Everyone could see that Dustin had genuine feelings for her, but she only had eyes for

shut!” one of the women warned loudly. “Use your mouths to eat, not spout

closest to Joan. Hence, she understood the latter

her relationship with Larry no matter how serious

alright. Don’t be mad, okay?” The tipsy girl apologized in a whiny

talk about this. Let’s enjoy the meal. It’s my treat

the party

open all of

threw herself into Dustin’s arms,

Get up!” Dustin pushed her away while shooting nervous glances at Joan beside him. At that moment, he

really missed you!” snuggling into his

they witnessed this scene. “What’s

way Dustin would