Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 968

“Why did you want to give me a present so suddenly? Marilyn asked curiously. She held her bracelet with her other hand.

Larissa said honestly, “I’m going back to Caldor next week.”

“What?” Marilyn was shocked. “Are you really going to teach Aldovian?”

“I don’t know. I’ll think about it when I get back.” Larissa smiled and made up an excuse. “I just miss home. I’m all alone here, and without

work, it’s a struggle.”

“That is true.” Marilyn pursed her lips, sobering up. “Will you still come back to Westonia?” she asked.

“We’ll see. If I find a suitable job in Caldor, I might not even come back,” Larissa said.

“Well, what about him?” Marilyn glanced at Allen. There was mischief in her eyes. “What if he’s just waiting for you to turn back?”

“There’s

alright! I get it. Nothing between you,” Marilyn said, all smiles. It was obvious that

was not looking as forward to this dinner as she

Allen would sometimes glance over, and that would make her anxious. After

to pay the bill.

of the restaurant, Allen came running over.

called out as if afraid that she wouldn’t hear him.

turned and asked, “Is there

asked. “I’m planning to take Freddy out. Do you and Noah want

together?”

Larissa refused. “Have a blast you two!”

you to go.” Allen held Larissa’s hand, not wanting her to leave

to argue with him. She shook his hand off sullenly.

Allen, I’m not available.”

for a moment,

regrettably. “Apologies for disturbing you.”

saying goodbye to Marilyn, she crossed the road to her car.