Lindsey responded with a polite smile.


    “Thank you, Sumner.


    ”


    She then exchanged greetings with Paige seated across from them.


    Paige couldn’t contain her smile as she watched Sumner’s thoughtful and gentle ways while he attended to Lindsey.


    Thinking about her godson, who was both kind and good-looking, not to mention aplished, she mused that any girl would be lucky to have him.From N?velDrama.Org.


    She was certain Lindsey would eventually develop feelings for him.


    After a while, thedies came one after another and began to have dinner.


    Throughout the meal, Sumner attentively served Lindsey, ensuring she wasn’t ufortable or struggling to eat.


    He also shared various intriguing experiences from his time studying overseas.


    Noticing Lindsey’s initial unease gradually transforming into a rxed smile, Sumner felt a sense of satisfaction.


    Once dinner was over, Paige nced at Lindsey and Sumner and suggested warmly, “I need to spend some time chatting with thesedies.


    You young ones should enjoy yourselves a bit.


    Don’t feel obliged to stick with us the whole time.


    The night scenery here is quite stunning.


    Sumner, why don’t you take Lindsey for a stroll?”


    “Alright.


    Shall we go, Lindsey?” Sumner stood up and looked at her.


    Lindsey agreed with a nod and bid farewell to Paige and the otherdies.


    She then left alongside Sumner.


    Lindsey let out a breath of relief.


    She was finally at ease.


    Although she had crossed paths with Paige multiple times, this was her first time joining her for fun and leisure.


    The experience had been a bit nerve-wracking.


    “Lindsey, she is quiteid-back, you know.


    You don’t have to be overly formal around her.


    ” Sumner gazed at Lindsey’s calm expression.


    “I never imagined you’re Vincent and Paige’s godson.


    What’s your family involved in? Are you also in the movie industry?” Lindsey and Sumner strolled out, deep in conversation.


    A sad smile crossed Sumner’s face, and his eyes seemed to cloud over.


    “I never met my parents.


    My Mom died giving birth to me, and my Dad left, remarried, and never looked back.


    The Lopez couple adopted me and raised me.


    They mean the world to me.


    ”


    Hearing this, Lindsey paused.


    She hadn’t anticipated that Sumner had such a miserable life story.


    “I’m sorry, Sumner.


    I had no idea you had experienced all of that…


    At that moment, they had wandered to a scenic spot in the resort, surrounded by strips of soft lighting.


    The purple hues painted a stunning and surreal picture.


    Sumner stopped, pivoted, and cast a soft gaze upon her.


    “It’s alright.


    There’s no secrecy in it.


    I’ve grown ustomed to it.


    Moreover, if you’re curious about my family, I’m actually… very d.


    ”


    Lindsey didn’t quite grasp his meaning.


    She raised her bright eyes and gazed at him.


    Sumner’s heart skipped a beat as he met her gaze.


    His tender countenance overflowed with affection, and he couldn’t resist saying, “Lindsey, if you wish to know, I’ll share everything with you.


    I won’t keep anything hidden because…”


    “Sumner.


    ” Lindsey quickly cut him off, her lower lip caught between her teeth.


    After a brief moment, she met Sumner’s gaze with determination and confessed, “Actually, I already have a boyfriend.


    ”


    Sumner’s smile froze suddenly.


    Even though he suspected it, hearing Lindsey’s words felt like a heavy blow to his heart, leaving him momentarily breathless.