Chapter 75 People should take responsibility for their actions. How could Christopher shift the blonto Skylar? After drinking the glass of water, Skylar still felt a bit thirsty, so she poured another one.
Smiling, she said, "You're absolutely right. You're so young but so perceptive. You sure have a bright future ahead of you." In her past life, speople had spoken ill of Christopher, but she believed they didn't truly unde and him. Yet Christopher had deceived her for over seven years.
Caleb froze. "Really?" "Absolutely. You have potential, and you're also right about my breakup with that scumbag. Is there anything else you'd like to ask?" Skylar smiled.
Caleb had thought he would need to give Skylar a lengthy lecture to open her eyes to the truth about Christopher and help her recognize that he was trustworthy.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBut she had already seen through Christopher's true colors on her own.
Caleb didn't know how to proceed. He scratched his head. "I guess I was worrying for nothing." "That's not true. After what you said, I can see the true colors of that scumbag even more clearly. I'll never believe his lies again." Skylar took off her apron and grabbed her bag from the storage cabinet.
Caleb's eyes sparkled. "Really? That's great. I know so many girls who are blinded by love. They won't listen, no matter what others say." "Lookers-on see most of the game, or maybe those people are just really good at disguising themselves. You often have to pay a heavy price to see through a scumbag's true colors." A glint of pain flashed in Skylar's eyes. It seemed like she had been deeply hurt.
Caleb was taken aback by that. He placed a hand over his heart, feeling a sudden ache.
"Are you... really okay?" he asked cautiously.
"I'm fine," Skylar said, glancing at the time. "I have to go. I have plans with friends at 6:00 pm." Caleb blinked several times. Noticing no sadness on Skylar's face, he realized he had been imagining too much. "Oh, I just remembered something. Have you sent your résumé to Mr. Gardner Senior's restoration team?" If Skylar joined Alexander's team, he would often get to see her in the future.
Skylar had reached the door by then and glanced back at Caleb. "Yes, but his team requires experience and expertise. I'm afraid I won't make it. Anyway, thank you. I have to go. See you tomorrow." "You'll definitely- Before Caleb could finish his sentence, Skylar had already walked out.
Suddenly, an idea struck him. He decided not to go hyet. He'd go buy Alexander's favorite food to please him.
He had to make sure Alexander agreed to interview Skylar.
Once Skylar got the interview opportunity, Alexander would surely be surprised by her performance.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmSkylar and Natalie had arranged to meet at a restaurant.
It was a place they had frequented since their freshman year of college. The place was not very big, but the food was affordable and delicious.
Whenever they visited after graduation, they reminisced about their college days. The taste remained unchanged, evoking nostalgia.
As they sat down, the owner recognized them. "Did you both graduate from that nearby college?"
"Yeah, we graduated over half a year ago-We call the way here today a just to have your stew. It's a one-hour drive, but totally worth it," Natalie replied.
The owner couldn't stop smiling. "We're closing down, so this might be your last chance to enjoy our stew. I'll give you sextra side dishes today." Skylar was surprised. "Why are you closing down?"
"We're all going to be relocated. This entire area is being demolished. Martin Group bought the landoltm seems sbigwigs are here today to inspect the area, probably to check the situation." The owner pointed outside, where a group of people was gathered. Skylar and Natalie looked over.
When Skylar spotted Joe in the midst of the crowd, she froze.
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