Chapter 639

At that moment , Jonathan’s heart ached for Teresa .
Teresa clutched Jonathan’s hand tightly , her whole body as limp and fragile as a helpless animal . With a pleading look , she begged , “ Please don’t leave me . I don’t want to be alone anymore . ”
Jonathan tucked the blanket around Teresa and gently patted her back . “ I won’t leave you , ” he reassured her .
Even after Teresa fell asleep , her hand remained tightly clutching Jonathan’s .
Jonathan had classes the next day , so he had to leave early in the morning . Before he left , he wrote Teresa a note . They were just passing strangers , and that was the extent of what he could offer .
Jonathan had thought it was just a fleeting encounter , but to his surprise , Teresa kept popping into his mind . He wondered how old she was and which university she was from . He thought they would never meet again .
After graduating , Jonathan decided to return home to build his career . With Irene home , he wanted to give his family a better life through his own efforts He envisioned settling down , getting married , and starting a family .
He remembered that day vividly . Benny came to pick him up at the airport . Benny was a friend Jonathan knew from back home . Their fathers were close . and the two had been friends for many years .
Benny teased , “ Jonathan , still single , huh ? Want me to set you up with someone ? ”
Jonathan chuckled , “ If you find anyone suitable , feel free to set me up . ” By then , he was ready to take dating seriously . After all , he had needs and feelings like anyone else .
Benny pulled out his phone and showed Jonathan his graduation photo . “ These are my college classmates . Check out the front row . They’re all beauties . Anyone catch your eye ? ”
At first sight , Jonathan’s gaze landed on Teresa . That breathtaking face , those mesmerizing eyes – unchanged , just as he remembered . He didn’t expect to meet her again .
Benny grinned . “ So she caught your eye , huh ? That’s Teresa , our campus belle . How did you know I was planning to set you up with her ? ”
According to Benny , Teresa had been in a relationship before , but it was short – lived and didn’t go anywhere . She’s been single ever since .
Benny said , “ She’s three years younger than you . Her family’s quite well – off , but she’s not high – maintenance at all . She’s super generous with her friends . Honestly , she’s a really great girl . ”
Jonathan listened quietly until he asked Benny , “ Aren’t you throwing a party tonight ? Will she be there ? ”
Benny grinned and said , “ If you want to meet her , I can totally arrange that . I’d trust you with my life , man . Want me to get her WhatsApp for you ? ”
Jonathan shook his head and said , “ No thanks . I’ll get it from her myself at the party . ”
Benny was excited . “ Awesome ! If you two hit it off and tie the knot , you bet I’ll be sitting at the hea
Jonathan snapped back to the present .
at your wedding . ”
Teresa stared at Jonathan in disbelief . “ Wait , so it wasn’t Benny who set us finally understood why Benny bombarded her with twenty calls that day .
Sup ? You had your eye on
first , and you had him play matchmaker ? ” Teresa
Jonathan smiled gently and said , “ All I can say is , it was fate . We were meant to be together . ”
‘ Maybe it is , Teresa mused . If Jonathan hadn’t chosen to return , or if he’d forgotten about her when he did , or if she’d had a boyfriend back then , they never would have ended up together .
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The car pulled up at their destination . Spotting Jonathan’s car , the lobby manager hurried oom and based respectfully “ Welcome , Mr. Lyrati —
“ Are all the arrangements in place ? ”
“ Yes , Mr. Lynn . Everything’s been arranged just as you requested , the manager said
with an ingratiating site
Teresa couldn’t help but gaze at Jonathan . He was orice ridicated . Now he was a poised and powerful CEO . He didn’t have in fear anyone afrynure . Cin the contrais , everyone scrambled to curry favor with with .
Even though she had long ceased to be his wife , Teresa genuinely telt happy for Jonathan and was deeply touched .
As the bar manager led the way , Jonathan wrapped his arm around Teresa’s waist , and they headed upstairs .
Teresa finally snapped out of her daze . “ Walt , what did he mean by arrangements ‘ just now? she wondered
“ Mr. Lynn , this is our bar’s prime viewing spot . Right this way , please . ”
As the private room door swung open , Teresa was greeted by a sea of pink balloons arranged in a heart shape . On the table cat an enormous cake . The stood frozen , speechless , as the floor on both sides was lined with limited edition designer handbags .
Jonathan drew her close with an arm around her waist and guided her to the window . Outside , fireworks erupted across the night sky as a separiren of
drones formed the silhouette of Cupid’s arrow piercing a heart .
As the grand finale , the fireworks illuminated the night sky , spelling out [ Jonathan and Teresa . ]
Teresa drew a deep breath , suddenly grasping the immense significance of Jonathan’s grand gesture . As she turned , her gaze locked with his profound eyes .
Jonathan pulled her close by the waist and murmured , “ After everything we’ve been through , I know even more clearly what I want , and I’m determined than ever to pursue it .
“ After everything we’ve been through these past ten years , could you give me one more chance to spend the rest of my life with you ? ”
“ But I- ” Teresa tried to pull her hand back , her mind in turmoil . She didn’t know how to answer .
Jonathan cut her off . “ I know Yvonne’s gone , and there’s no one to confirm or deny anything now . But I’ve always told you , the and I were friends . After we got married , there was never anyone else . All I want is to be with you . ”
Teresa’s eyes suddenly welled up with tears as she furrowed her brows , biting her lip to hold back her emotions . Jonathan let out a weary sigh .
“ Back when we divorced , you said you were tired and didn’t love me anymore . But if you love me now , even just a little , could we give our marriage another chance this time ? ”
Tears welled up in Teresa’s eyes . Her heart ached . She couldn’t tell if she was regretting all those wasted years , or if she was sorry for what she sait . She thought Jonathan only returned because he couldn’t let go of what he’d invested .
When she offered no reply , Jonathan’s gaze remained locked on her . “ Didn’t you say that if I won the bet , you’d remarry me ? Well , I won . ”
Teresa looked up at him , her voice trembling . “ That’s not … ”
“ Are you breaking your promise again ? Why can’t you trust me just one more time ? Am I really that unworthy of your trust ? ” Jonathan reached out to gently wipe the tears from her cheeks .
“ Alright then ,” Jonathan said , his gaze steady on Teresa . “ If I had lost our bet today , what exactly were you hoping I’d agree to ? ”
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“ I hope … ” Teresa let out a bitter laugh , her voice trembling “… that you won’t end up hating me . ”
“ Why would I ever hate you ? ” Jonathan’s dark eyes bore intensely into Teresa , unwavering in their focus .

“ Because … ” Teresa exhaled shakily , struggling to get the words out . “ The child … ”