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.

for a really long 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

worried that news of his engagement would provoke

Larry

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

we know each other

there’s no one else in this world that knows you

yes, that may be true, but I don’t know him well enough! Every

how she tried to learn about his past, his job, and his hobbies.

then she would remind herself of

don’t want to wait anymore. To be honest, I’m tired. I want to have a family. I want a wife and kids,” Jake pleaded

determination to reject his proposal out the window. Faced with his hopeful expression, her resolve weakened. I owe him my life. This is the least I can do for

“Ok,” came her agreement.