The Runaway Groom

Chapter 221

Irene asked, “Are you alright?”

Robin could tell what she was referring to, and bitterly said, “I haven’t been with him for that long, but we used to be happy. He would always watch my theater shows and treat me to gourmet food. We hold hands when we go shopping, and I’d lean on his shoulder at the cinema…”

The memories left her eyes welling with tears.

“I mean, I know that we don’t suit each other–he’s a child of the Jefferson family, while I’m just some unknown thespian. I know we wouldn’t go all the way, but… It’s just so sudden! I can’t take it, even if I knew this was inevitable.”

Irene listened attentively, and asked gingerly, “But why would he suddenly break up with you? Maybe he met someone else? You know how changeable men can be.”

Robin thought about it. “I don’t think so… He’s actually been quite busy lately.”

“What with?” Irene tried to sound casual.

“I’m not sure…”

Still, Robin suddenly realized that Irene was asking about lan, and quickly became wary. “Why’d you ask?”

you, since I’ve been dumped like

Irene had been dumped allowed Robin to see her as a kindred spirit just then, bridging the gap between them–even losing all

take

the help of a little alcohol along

for

about another woman, I think? Don’t you think that he’s actually

here for information in

that Robin had calmed down, she remembered that she did hear lan

you like my help?” Irene

for a moment. “We’re

be friends if you

course!” Robin exclaimed,

she needed a pillar of guidance, especially from someone

way, what’s your

“I’m Irene Spencer.”

for a moment, I’ll apply for leave,” Robin said, eager

lan wanted to break up