Never Late, Never Away

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2852

Joan nodded wordlessly, though her heart was somersaulting in her chest. She did not want anyone to find out about her investigation on Larry. She also wanted to keep Jake in the dark about her unexpected meeting with Nancy. She suspected that he would find out about it sooner or later.

“Let’s get married!” Jake blurted.

Joan was stunned into silence. While this moment was not wholly unexpected, she found herself hesitating. She would have agreed wholeheartedly if she had received his proposal before her overseas trip.

I have to know why everyone keeps telling me that I should marry Larry instead of Jake! I need to know if Larry and I really shared something special in the past.

“Jake, are you drunk? Why did you suddenly bring this up?” Joan asked hastily before gulping some water.

Jake knew she was avoiding his question.

time. Our wedding is overdue; plus, everyone knows that you’re my fiancée.” Jake attempted to deceive her into accepting his proposal. In reality, he had not

was worried that news of his engagement would provoke Larry into taking some

can’t underestimate Larry

head, wringing the edges of her skirts nervously. She was in a state of panic. I

each other well enough for

else in this world that knows you better

be true, but I don’t know him well enough! Every time I try to know

how she tried to learn about his past, his job, and his hobbies. Yet, he still seemed as foreign as a

fear. But then she would remind

To be honest, I’m tired. I want to have a family. I want a wife and kids,”

Faced with his hopeful expression, her resolve weakened. I owe

“Ok,” came her agreement.