Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 1679

Taylor pursed his lips, looking a bit lost. "It's not that you're scary. I just thought you might feel a bit awkward."

"Don't worry. There won't be any more awkwardness from now on," Abigail said with a bittersweet smile.

Taylor glanced at her. "You're not thinking of ending our friendship, are you?"

"Not a chance!" Abigail shot back, pretending to tease. "I know you've wanted to shake me off for ages, but did you really think I'd let you go that easily?"

Taylor let out a relieved breath. "You scared me there. I thought—"

"Thought what?"

"Nothing." Taylor patted his chest, still trying to catch his breath.

Seeing his relief, Abigail felt a tightness in her heart. She hadn't realized that her feelings for him had put so much pressure on him.

Taking a deep breath, she worked to hold back her tears. She tried to regain her usual carefree attitude and asked, "So, are we still friends or not?"

"As long as you don't mind, I'm totally on board," Taylor replied cheerfully.

"Awesome! Then it's settled—you're still my little sidekick," Abigail said, a smile breaking through her unshed tears.

"Excuse me? I'm still the boss here, okay?" Taylor retorted instinctively. But when Abigail shot him a glare, he quickly backed down. "Alright, alright. Good men don't argue with women. Since I'm feeling generous today, I'll let you have this one."

"Now you're talking!" Abigail said, pulling something from her pocket and tossing it to him. "Here, catch!"

Taylor caught it and gave it a shake. "Car keys? What's this about? Do you want me to be your chauffeur too?"

"Uh-huh," Abigail replied with a playful shrug, not bothering to deny it.

"Alright, I guess I'll play along today. So where's the car parked?" Taylor asked with a grin.

"You'll find out soon," Abigail teased, leaving him in suspense.

By the time the officers attempted to give chase, the car's tail lights were already out of sight.

Half an hour later, Taylor parked outside the club, a wide grin stretched across his face.

"So, did you have fun tonight?" Abigail questioned.

"Do you really need to ask? This has been the best day in ages! It's all about speed and adrenaline! Honestly, Abigail, the way you customized this car makes it feel like it was made just for me. It drives like a dream!" Taylor exclaimed, his eyes sparkling as he ran his fingers over the steering wheel.

"Well, that was the idea," Abigail replied softly.

Though he heard her, Taylor pretended not to notice to sidestep any awkwardness. "Haha, what can I say? You're my best friend; of course you know me better than anyone!"

"Yeah, I'm just glad you enjoyed it," Abigail said, a tinge of sadness creeping into her voice.

She opened the door, preparing to step out. "I guess I should be on my way now."