"Then I guess I really don't have anything to worry about. I believe Virgil will be happy to hear this news," said Rita, crossing her arms and giving the appearance of agreeing to no longer get involved in the matter.
However, Sherman knew she would not give up that easily.
"Let me remind you one more time, Miss Rita: don't try to secretly investigate that developer. Otherwise, no one will be able to save you if anything happens," warned Sherman seriously, and Rita could not help but nod obediently.
"Alright, you've made yourself clear. How could I possibly take such risks? Well, I've asked all the questions I wanted to ask. Since you've given your answers, that's that," said Rita, getting up and swiftly packing her materials into her bag.
Sherman remained seated, unable to suppress a soft chuckle. It had been a long time since he had seen someone take the initiative to leave before him. Only Rita would dare to do such a thing. Just as she was about to leave, Rita suddenly turned back with a smile.
"What?" Sherman was a bit puzzled.
"You may not be aware, but when you're feeling guilty, you always unconsciously rub your fingertips. Glad to have made this discovery. Goodbye."
Rita left without looking back, leaving Sherman alone to ponder the meaning of her parting words.
Rita left the cafe feeling refreshed. Even though Sherman's response was not pleasant to hear, she believed she had received her answer.
At least she knew that when this man helped her, it was sincere, not because of any cooperation with her family's company or to save face for her father.
As she sat in her car, she accidentally caught sight of her flushed cheeks in the rearview mirror. Her face was so hot that it could fry an egg. Rita buried her head in the steering wheel, unable to contain her laughter.
Sherman put on a gentle smile. "What's up? Why are you calling me all of a sudden?"
"Nothing much. Can't I call you? Anyway, there's a new movie out recently starring my favorite actor. Will you go with me to watch it?"
Claire's excitement was evident in her voice, but Sherman hesitated. "With your current popularity, won't you be recognized if we go out?"
Claire pursed her lips. "I'm not that famous. The interview from last time hasn't even been released yet. Even if I walk down the street now, no one will recognize me. So, will you go with me or not?"
Listening to Claire's voice, Sherman could imagine her pouting. In the end, he nodded. "Alright, I'll go with you. But don't come crying to me if any unflattering photos of us are taken."
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The readers' comments on the novel: The Day I Kissed An Older Man
This book is a good book, but it’s too short. I hope it has a part two👍🏾...
This book is getting boring now. I loved Jeremy, Corinne, Sonny and Lucas. The story needs to end. or bring back more of Jeremy, etc....
I haven't skipped any chapter at all. Though the story is good, it keeps going back to base one. I think this has no ending at all and somehow after reading more than 2500 chapters it's kinda tiring already. They have drained all the thrills....
Great writing! I almost cried when Helen hit Melody! So sad! 😭 can’t wait to see how the relationship with her and Lucas develops though. So tired of the repetitive problems with different people....
Yikes my body tenses so much, my moods change as the scenes change. It leaves me wanting to continue reading....
my heart breaks for melody, so many ups and downs, i shed a few tears when lucas walked by melody carrying thalia, and melody stayed quiet while watching them leave. i find myself getting into character as if im one. i dont remember ever feeling like that in any other books. im thankful the 10 chapters/day. waiting for the next 10...
We have updated progress from 7 chapters/day to 10 chapters/day.<3...
i love grandma Beatrice, there needs to me more people like her in the world straight forward and to the point, no beating around the bush and worrying about offending anyone, why pretend to be someone your not....
looking forward to more chapters, The same thing is happening to Melody as what happened to Luna, if Luna was back maybe she would set Lucas straight, can't wait to see how Lucas handles the situations that will arrive. Poor Melody....
ya Lucas pay more attention to Melody lets see what happens waiting for more chapters thanks...