After her rebirth by Cici

Chapter 268 Gabriel immediately sensed something was wrong and said, "No, young people are thin-skinned. How can they say certain things in front of us elders?" He glanced at Brynn and then gently asked, "Brynn, why don't you two go chat in the garden? No matter what you say, you're still friends." Ace and Quinlan looked at Brynn, who stood up and nodded, "Okay." Gabriel looked at the dazed Desmond, "Go and apologize to Brynn properly. You usually talk a lot, but why do you bectongue-tied when you meet Brynn? Ah, you really make us worry." Ace also laughed heartily, "We were thinking the same. Young people are different from us." Quinlan's expression softened, and his voice becgentler, "Go ahead. Brynn, show Desmond around." Desmond adjusted his emotions and politely nodded to the Elise family parents, "Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Elise, for understanding. I will clarify things with Brynn." Whether he meant clarifying things with Clara or Brynn, no one knew.

However, matters of the heart cannot be forced.

If Desmond really didn't like Brynn and didn't want to continue, there was nothing that could be done.

Gabriel gave Desmond a warning look and smiled, "Desmond, as a guest, you should be polite. Know what to say and what not to say." Desmond nodded, "Got it, Dad." Brynn took Desmond to the garden, and they sat in a gazebo covered with vines. She spoke first, "Do you still like your ex-girlfriend?" Brynn spoke directly, just like her straightforward personality.

Looking at the girl in front of him, Desmond sighed. She was completely different from Clara.

It was impossible to say he wasn't moved at all, but he still loved Clara. However, he couldn't tell anyone about his dilemma.

Er Cidrassart, i en lacriturecenverleynirlir fornturf him Desmond paused before speaking, "We've known each other since we were kids. I used to see her as my sister. Later, when we started dating, I realized it was different from seeing her as a sister... I can't figure out my feelings for her now, it's a mix of familial and romantic love." "We have many years of feelings. If I said I had none, you wouldn't believe it." Desmond spoke half-truths.

Brynn didn't find it insincere and nodded frequently, "You're quite honest." She had been in relationships before and knew that letting go of a relationship easily meant it wasn't serious. But she didn't like guys who played with feelings.

Desmond smiled warmly, "You're a girl I genuinely want to get to know, so I have to be completely honest with you. Otherwise, you might despiselater." Brynn was slightly taken aback, "What do you mean?" Her heart beat a little faster.

It was strange how a seemingly ambiguous statement could affect her so much.

Desmond's eyes were intense and full of emotion, "Brynn, I sincerely apologize for not considering your feelings last time. I hope you can forgiveand that we can have more opportunities to understand each other in the future." Brynn's ears turned slightly red.

She felt a bit moved by the sincere, gentle, and handsboy in front of her.

Before she realized it, she had already nodded and then said with a bit of joy, "Alright, I forgive you, but don't let it happen again." The apology was successful, and this side of Desmond made Gabriel very satisfied.

Originally, Gabriel thought things would go as he planned, but he didn't expect another twist with Clara.

Gabriel thought her case was suppressed, but it was brought up again.

The old issue resurfaced and escalated, causing headaches.

Desmond was busy dealing with Brynn and taking care of Clara.

As things progressed, Desmond lost his patience.

His relationship with Brynn was originally for Clara, but if he couldn't protect Clara, he wouldn't bother.

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** Katniss had been enjoying speace lately, and her relationship with Maximilian was getting better. Although they didn't have many romantic moments, they were both busy with their own things.

But this made them unexpectedly happy.

Maximilian no longer had a cold face and even occasionally showed a gentle expression at the company, making the employees wonder if the boss was in love.

However, the peace was shattered by a call from Clara.

She started with a commanding tone, "I want to see you!" Katniss rolled her eyes silently and replied bluntly, "Who do you think you are?" How ridiculous.

"Katniss, are you satisfied with what I've become?" Clara, seemingly agitated, yelled over the phone.

Katniss felt her eardrums ache and held the phone away.

She didn't respond, and Clara continued to shout, "I used to speak well of you everywhere, and you repaywith betrayal. Katniss, be careful, you'll get your karma." Katniss hung up the phone directly.

She thought Clara must have gone mad because of the broken engagement.

Of course, she didn't specifically inquire about it; Maximilian had told her about it when he chome. She just listened to it as gossip.

But she had to admit, she felt a bit happy when she heard it.

Evil people eventually get their comeuppance. She hadn't schemed at all in the broken engagement.

So, why did Clara call to scold her?

Lost in the world of this story? Make sure you're on Ne5sto catch every twist and turn. The next chapter awaits, exclusively on our site. Dive in now! After a while, Clara called again.

Katniss didn't answer this time.

She wasn't a masochist who would take a call just to be scolded.

After several calls were hung up, Clara finally quieted down.

Just when Katniss thought Clara had given up, the phone rang again, this tfrom an unknown number. Katniss guessed it was related to Clara and hesitated whether to answer.

After thinking for a while, she decided to pick up.

If it was Clara and she dared to scold her again, she wouldn't be polite.

"Hello." Katniss answered grumpily.

"Katniss." It was a male voice, "It's me." Katniss frowned.

The voice sounded familiar, but she couldn't quite place it.

"Oh." Katniss responded nonchalantly.

Not warm, not cold.

"I want to meet with you," the person continued, "It's about Clara's printed, case.

Katniss finally remembered who it was.

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