NovelEnglishChapter 2189 Yet, he acknowledged deep within that it was he who had led her into this dark abyss.
Lina observed Edwin with a sense of unease.
Despite her love for this boy, the recent events had left her heart heavy, particularly for Laura, who had been misled and was now seeking treatment abroad.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“How long will she be away?” Edwin asked softly.
Lina wasn't sure, but she offered some advice.
“Edwin, you're always intelligent and perceptive. You need to consider the impact of your actions. Continuing this way will only bring pain to you, Laura, and your parents.” With these words, she headed upstairs.
Upon entering the apartment, she found Peter just waking up.
“Did Laura leave? Why didn’t you wake me?” he asked, confused.
Lina, still frustrated with him, retorted while tidying the room, “You slept like a log. | couldn't have woken you." Peter, scratching his head, apologized and asked about Laura.
As Lina moved dishes to the kitchen, Peter rolled up his sleeves to help. His cheerful attitude softened her irritation.
She shot him a glance.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAfter a pause, she couldn't help but express her concern.
“You shouldn't have had drinks with Edwin.” Peter, not giving it much thought, replied happily, “I'm just so proud of him! He just bought a major company. Did you see the news on TV? He looked as commanding as his father in his heyday.” He playfully pinched Lina’s cheek.
Lina let out a soft huff, still mulling over the situation.
Peter leaned closer, his voice gentle.
“Isn't it wonderful to see that kid doing well?” Lina, half-jokingly and half-seriously, pinched Peter's waist.
“You act as if he's your own son.” Peter, unfazed and still smiling, responded, “What's the harm in treating Mark's child as if he were our own?" Lina, needing a moment, prepared a cup of tea and settled on the sofa with it.
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