"Yeah, and he never comments on the rumors about him and my mom, but he's clarified every other scandal.
Being single and childless at his age, it's either he's got issues, or he's waiting for someone to open up to."
Gregory pinched my cheek, "You know, | didn't realize you were such an expert."
All this gossip cfrom Christine.
Back then, we had no idea my mom was actually my biological mom.
Christine was all about celebrity crushes and gossip, always fillingin.
When we talked about my mom and Mr. Shaw, we never imagined they'd actually beca part of our lives.
"I think it's worth a shot."
Gregory hummed in agreement, "Alright, you go plan with Christine. I'm sitting this one out. If you hit a real
snag, then tell me."
| hugged him, "Thanks, Gregory."
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt| knew he just wantedto not box myself in.
Gregory wrapped his arms aroundas we lay down, a smirk on his lips, "Showsreal gratitude."
The next day, | arranged to meet Christine.
Of course, | didn't roll out of bed until noon.
After telling my mom | wouldn't be hfor lunch, | rushed out the door.
Christine was leaning against her car when | cdownstairs.
She sawand opened the passenger door.
"What's up?" | asked, confused.
She nudgedinto the car, and that's when I noticed someone else in the driver's seat.
The guy greetedwarmly, "Hey there."
I turned to Christine, confused.
Christine flipped her hair, introducing him, "Meet Merritt."
| smiled and nodded as a greeting, then whispered to Christine, "New friend?"
Christine's smile was radiant, "My latest cute catch."
At the end of the birthday party, | had asked Christine about it.
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She said if it wasn't for helping Gregory with his proposal plan for me, she wouldn't even glance at Dailey.
But Christine and | have been friends for years; | could tell she wasn't over it yet.
Still, | wasn't planning to clear up their misunderstanding.
After all, Dailey hadn't exactly endeared himself to anyone.
"As long as you're happy."
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what? He's in the sproduction as Mr. Shaw."
| was surprised, "He's an actor?"
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like an internship."
It's a small world, indeed.
| chuckled, "That is quite the coincidence."
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