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Teresa said , “ No. I’ve lost my appetite , and I don’t want to eat with you either . ”
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Jonathan was speechless . He said , “ So what did I do to upset you ? You went all the way to Shaville to take care of me , and when my grandpa passed , you drove three hours just to check on me .
“ Now we’re back in Nareigh , and you don’t even talk to me or have a meal with me . Is it because of the bad weather in Nareigh ? I think this place is perfect for giving me a cold shoulder . ”
Teresa didn’t even crack a smile . She didn’t think that was a good joke .
She said , “ My concern for you was just out of moral obligation . You helped my family a lot before , and I didn’t want to owe you anything . That’s all ”
Jonathan’s expression hardened slightly , but he quickly changed the subject . “ Turn right at the next intersection . There’s a nice restaurant . How about we eat there ? ”
Teresa thought about it and said , “ Let’s call this our farewell meal . From now on , no more helping each other , no more caring either . ”
Jonathan said nothing .
The restaurant was quiet that morning , with only a few customers , mostly couples , whether dating or married . Solo diners were a rare sight .
The waitress mistook Teresa and Jonathan for a couple , to which Teresa curtly replied , “ We’re not . ”
After Jonathan and Teresa were seated , Jonathan instructed the waitress , “ Please give the menu to this lady and let her order . Also , bring her a bowl of chowder to start . ”
The waitress replied , “ Yes , Mr. Lynn . ”
After the waitress left , Teresa asked in confusion , “ She just called you Mr. Lynn . Does she know you ? ”
Jonathan finally explained , “ This restaurant is part of a chain owned by my company . ”
Teresa asked , “ So , she knew you . Why did she still take us for a couple when we walked in ? ”
Jonathan smirked and said , “ I guess she is good at handling interpersonal relationships . You’re the only woman I’ve ever brought here . ”
Teresa didn’t say a word . She made an excuse to go to the restroom , intending to pay the bill , only to find that Jonathan had already settled it . She had no idea when he had managed to do it .
After the meal , Teresa stood up . “ Now that our farewell meal is over, let’s not see each other anymore . ”
Jonathan also stood up . He said , ‘ There’s a coffee room upstairs . Let’s grab some coffee and have a talk . ”
Teresa failed to refuse him , so she gave in .
They sat down in a private space just for the two of them , with no one else around to interrupt or watch .
Jonathan poured her a cup of coffee and said , “ Honestly , I’ve been racking my brain for the past hour , but I still can’t figure out what I did to upset you since we came back to Nareigh .
“ Is it because I haven’t called you these past couple of days ? ”
Teresa replied , “ No. ”
“ Then what is it ? ” Jonathan pressed .
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Teresa said , “ It’s not because of anything , so don’t overthink it . It’s just my own choice . I want to live like this . Staying single suits me just fine ?
“ Staying single forever ? Won’t you marry anyone ? ” asked Jonathan ,
“ No , ” Teresa responded .
Jonathan said , “ What ? You don’t have kids , so you feel like nothing is holding you back . But who’s going to take care of you when you’re old ? it’s not like you have many relatives around . ”
Teresa averted her gaze and said , “ That’s none of your concern . That all comes later . Honestly , I’m happy being single right now . I don’t want to hold you back . Go find a woman who’s a better fit for you and remarry .”
Teresa walked away as soon as she finished speaking .
This time , Jonathan didn’t go after her . He was not mad . Honestly , there was nothing to be angry about . He would much rather she stay single than hear she had found a new boyfriend .
He could tell Teresa was in a foul mood . Whenever she got upset , she would start snapping with spiteful remarks , but she never revealed what was really bothering her .
Jonathan pondered for a moment and dialed Miriam’s number .
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