No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 263

"Excuse me, could you two please make some room?" As I approached, I uttered those words quite naturally.

Conrad didn't budge, his gaze fixed on me, while Haley gave me a look before silently stepping aside to clear the way.

As I passed by, I noticed Haley clutching onto Conrad as if fearing he might be lured away by me.

"Come on in, Felicia, let's dig in," Jacqueline greeted me warmly as soon as I entered.

I took a seat and feigned ignorance, "Jacqueline, how come it's just the two of us now?"

"Well, it was always just us girls. Some people just can't take a hint and insist on sticking around," Jacqueline's disdain for Haley, extending even to her own son, was unmistakably clear.

I chuckled, "Jacqueline, you know that attitude might make things awkward between mother and son."

I wasn't trying to play the saint here, but since Herschel and Jacqueline were so fond of me, I genuinely hoped for harmony in their family.

"He brought it upon himself," Jacqueline stated, showing no signs of compromise.

I had offered my piece of advice; the rest was beyond my control. So, I decided to let it be and focused on enjoying the delicious meal before me.

"Why did it take you so long just to use the restroom?" Jacqueline inquired.

"Ran into Ernest," I replied truthfully.

Jacqueline paused for a moment, then teased, "What, was he afraid someone would whisk you away?"

"No, he was here for dinner with his boss," I explained without going into too much detail.

"Indeed, it was a tough time, one I'd rather not reminisce about," Jacqueline said, shaking her head.

People often talk about remembering the hardships to appreciate the present, but some struggles are too painful to look back on.

I looked at her, asking, "Jacqueline, did you and Herschel decide to start your own business when things got really tough?"

"Yes, but it was also about seizing an opportunity," Jacqueline replied with a soft smile.

"Exactly, opportunity. My parents came to Seabreeze City with the same dream of starting their own venture, but unfortunately..." My voice trailed off.

Hearing this, Jacqueline quickly reassured me, "Let's not dwell on the past, dear. What's done is done. We need to focus on the future."

Yet, I shook my head. "Jacqueline, were you at the scene of my parents' accident? Was it a vehicle malfunction or a collision with another car?"