MainNovel"That actually works out perfectly." "I heard you've started your own law firm, Ms. Allison. We should connect- maybe becfriends," Eason said, a friendly note in his voice. "Last twe met was so rushed that I didn't even get to add you on social media." It was a reasonable enough request. Allison had no reason to say no. In their world, adding each other as friends was just part of the routine.
"Sure," she agreed.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtOnce they'd exchanged contacts and Allison put her phone away, Eason suddenly asked, "Ms. Allison, I hope you don't mindasking, but is your friend Olivia Zhou single?" Allison blinked, caught off guard by the abrupt change in topic.
Where did that cfrom? Why the sudden interest in Olivia? "She's single," Allison replied after a beat.
Eason let out a quiet breath, a small smile forming at the corners of his mouth.
Allison gave him a suspicious look. "What's going on with you and Olivia?" "I actually first met her when I was in college," Eason admitted. As he spoke about Olivia, his expression softened and his voice lowered.
"There was this one tI went to Brian's place Olivia had just gotten hfrom school. Honestly, I liked her right away. But she was still in high school, so I just kept my feelings to myself." Allison raised her eyebrows, surprised. "Love at first sight?" "You could call it that," Eason said with a small shrug. "But I never said anything- she was way too young, so I just let it go. Now that I'm back in the country and she's single, I want to give it a shot." Allison looked at him, unconvinced. "I didn't see any hint of that when we all had dinner together." Eason laughed quietly. "It's been years since I last saw her. I might've looked calm, but honestly? I was nervous as hell." "Does Olivia know you like her?" Allison pressed.
"She has no idea," Eason admitted. "I didn't even know if she was single, and honestly, last twe met, I realized she didn't rememberat all. Just coming out and confessing would feel a little too much. wanted to get to know her again, take things slow, and see what happens." Allison looked down, thoughtful.
Eason hesitated, then asked, "Is there something wrong?" She met his eyes. "This might sound a bit blunt, but as Olivia's close friend, I have to look out for her. Ellory, can I ask-how many serious relationships have you had? And... how many have been, you know, physical?" sŵ Eason was taken aback, clearly not expecting such a direct question.
It was definitely a little forward.
Allison explained, "Olivia's never dated anyone before. She's totally new to this. If you've got a lot of li experience, I'm just not sure you're the right fit for her." Eason's brows pulled together. "You don't need to worry. I'm not a player. Honestly, I've only had one girlfriend all these years." Allison's eyes narrowed slightly. "So you're saying you had feelings for Olivia but still dated someone else?"
"You've got it wrong, Ms. Allison." Eason's tone was calm but serious. "I did like Olivia at first, but she was just a kid back then sd out those feelings away. Then we lost touch for years, and things faded. Later, I met my ex, and when we were together, I was fully committed. I took that relationship seriously." He looked her in the eye. "Ms. Allison, I'm not the type to jump from one person to another. I don't take relationships lightly."
Allison's voice was steady. "I was just asking. At the end of the day, Olivia's got to make her own choices.
Whether she wants to be with you or not-that's up to her."
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