The Returning Ex

Logan slapped his thigh. “Let’s go to my place instead of ordering takeout.”

Pursing her lips, Lola nodded. “That’s a good idea.” It was the first time she was singing the same tune as him.

Since John didn’t want to continue speaking of the topic earlier, he echoed, “Sure. Grandma, let’s go together.”

Old Mrs. Constance deliberated for a moment before beaming. “Okay! I haven’t been to Logan’s place either.”

When the lot of them arrived at Logan’s clubhouse, a private room was already prepared for them. John and Sophia led Old Mrs. Constance in. On the other hand, Logan remained standing at the clubhouse entrance and took out a packet of cigarettes. After a brief contemplation, Lola didn’t follow the others in but retraced her steps and walked over to him. “Thank you for today.”

a cigarette in his mouth, Logan turned and looked at her, his gaze earnest and solemn. For some inexplicable reason, Lola abruptly recalled the hug he gave her earlier in that dilapidated farmhouse after sprinting over to her. It was very warm and reassuring. Giving a soft cough, she asked, “Why are you looking at me like this?

lifting, Logan suddenly reached out and caressed her head. “But I don’t think I protected you

she said, “You’ve already done very well. I believe that

go on in first. I’ll join you in a while after smoking

an eternity before muttering, “Idiot.” He actually didn’t grasp the

brow. What’s wrong with

to the private room. In there, Sophia didn’t bring up the Baileys again. Rather, she asked about the current situation over at

it can also destroy a person. This isn’t something that can be rationalized. I’m sure he can’t help his dispirited

Lola pushed open the door and walked in. Turning to look at her, Sophia smiled and beckoned to her to sit beside her. She was truly grateful to her considering the great risk she took for her