<b>Chapter </b><b>478 </b>
Just as N and Vrie were about to leave after finishing dinner, they ran into Oliver again, who had justpleted his business meeting.
“Ms. Jayston, Vrie, what a coincidence,” Oliver greeted them warmly.
Vrie raised an eyebrow, a yful glint in her eyes. <b>“</b>It really is.”
Oliver turned to N, his tone gentle. “Ms. Jayston, did you two have any drinks tonight? <b>I </b>can give you a ride home if you need.”
N shook her head. “No. We didn’t drink, and both of us drove here. But thanks for the offer, Mr. Raynor.”
A flicker of disappointment crossed Oliver’s face, but he quickly recovered with a smile. “Alright then, maybe we can grab a meal together sometime.”
Vrie chimed in with a smile. “I doubt there’ll be a chance for that. N is leaving for Capitarnia in a few days.”
Oliver froze for a moment. “Ms. Jayston, why are you moving to Capitarnia?”
His eyes filled with curiosity as he looked at N.
“I’m nning to work there,” N replied.
She didn’t want to share too many details since they weren’t close, so she kept it brief. “Mr. Raynor, it’s gettingte. We’ll be heading out. Goodbye.”
Sensing her distant tone, Oliver looked a bit disheartened. He wasn’t oblivious–he could tell N wasn’t interested in him. This content ? N?v/elDr(a)m/a.Org.
His smile grew stiff. “Alright then, Ms. Jayston. Goodbye.”
N nodded and walked toward the parking lot.
Vrie caught up to her and, noticing her stern expression, immediately pleaded, “N, I’m sorry! I won’t say stuff like that again, I promise!”
N stopped and looked at her. “Vrie, from what I’ve seen, Oliver seems like a nice guy with a good heart. Since I have no intention of getting involved with him, I don’t think it’s fair for him to know too much about my personal life. Otherwise, he’ll be the one who ends up hurt.”
“I understand. I just thought that since he’s an old ssmate of mine and you don’t have a boyfriend right now, it might be worth giving him a chance…” Vrie exined.
“He’s a great person, but I’m not the right fit for him. Besides, I’m not looking for a new rtionship right now. Please don’t do this again,” N said sternly.
Vrie quickly replied, “I understand! I swear, I won’t meddle anymore. You know I can’t stand it when you’re mad at me.”
N rolled her eyes. “If you really know that, then keep your mouth shut next time.”
“Alright, alright! Whatever you say. I won’t take matters into my own hands again,” Vrie coaxed.
Back home, N continued packing for a while before heading to bed.
The next morning, she disposed of what she didn’t need and mailed most of her books. She kept only a few outfits and some essential books for the short term.
Looking around the now–empty apartment, N felt a pang of sadness.
The ce felt devoid of life. If she hadn’t been forced to leave, she wouldn’t have done so so soon. After all, Saintornia had been her home for over 2 years.
Once she confirmed that everything had been mailed, she bought a train ticket for the next morning. She hesitated momentarily, wondering whether she should visit Harrison in the hospital.
Since theirst tense encounter there, they hadn’t spoken. She had no idea how his health had been in the meantime.
After some indecision, N finally decided to go. This might be one of herst chances, as she probably wouldn’t visit Saintornia often after moving to Capitarnia.
With her mind made up, she grabbed her bag and drove to the hospital.
N paused at the door to the hospital room, her hand on the doorknob.
Just as she was about to open it, she overheard Wren’s voice from inside.
“Harrison, N’s behavior is really out of line. Does she really n to cut ties with you? She hasn’te to see you once this entire time. It’s been Gabriel running around, taking care of everything every time your health declines.
“Sigh… I’ll stop talking about it, or you’ll say I’m being too much again. After all, I’m just a stepmother…”