Chapter 19 I Will Fix You Two Up (2/2)

”Yes, that's all!” Jean nodded. She was still smiling sincerely.

”What changed your mind? The last time we met, you were determined to prove to me that your marriage to Zed was more than a business deal.”

Despite how happy Eva was to hear Jean's explanation, she did feel that Jean had an ulterior motive. No matter how badly Eva wanted Jean's explanation to be true, this was a feeling that she just couldn't shake.

Compared with Jean's sincerity and indifference, Eva seemed to be more arrogant. This attitude and her sense of natural superiority was Eva's weakness.

While Eva came from a rich background, Jean's father owned the Wen Group, a comparatively smaller company. Eva was certain that Jean's modest background, her plain looks, and her boring personality were no match for her. In fact Eva was so confident that she wouldn't consider a woman who had a similar family background to hers, as competition. For her, the fact that she once held Zed's interest was the only significant factor.

”I don't have any hidden agenda, Eva. I know that you still love Zed, don't you?”

Since Eva had come straight to the point, Jean felt that she didn't need to talk in a roundabout way.

”Yes, I love Zed. He is perfect for me. And yes, I am aware that many women consider him to be a suitable match as well. I have introspected on our relationship in the time that we have been separate. Our breakup truly devastated me. In the beginning, I comforted myself by thinking that he is just a man. I even went so far as to convince myself that I could be with any man that I choose. After all, I am very rich and desirable. But I gradually realized that I wouldn't care about other men the way that I care about Zed. None of the men I have dated since my breakup with Zed have helped me forget about him. There is something special about Zed indeed.”

Eva's words revealed her true sentiments.

Jean did not feel that Eva was being dishonest. What she had said was right. It was very difficult to forget about a person for whom one had deep feelings.

For example… Zed!

Jean felt a little shocked about her thought and when she looked at Eva, a mixture of emotions threatened to spread across her face.

But Jean kept smiling so that Eva wouldn't doubt her sincerity.

”I love him. I loved him in the past and I love him now. And I will continue to love him in the future!”

Eva said that with conviction.

At that moment, Jean felt a bit of reverence for Eva.

At least… Eva can bravely fight for love. But what about her?

”Well, that's all!”

”Lady, here is the pasta you ordered.”

Eva quietened when the waiter walked to their table with the dish in hand. Although a little absent-minded, Jean quickly remembered that she had been so hungry that she had ordered food for herself.

”Thank you!”

Jean's overzealous thank you was said not only to express her gratitude to the waiter, but also to conceal her guilty conscience.

Jean smiled brightly again.

What else could she say?

After this conversation, Jean was clear of Eva's intention to make Zed her own.

And Jean was also very clear about the distance between Zed and herself.

”Did you understand what I said?” Eva asked tentatively.

Jean nodded quickly and seemed to be a little embarrassed. She said,” I heard. Since… you love him so much, how about we make a deal?”

Eva was a little surprised.

”Yeah. A deal. You can rest assured. I am not asking for money. After divorcing Zed, I intend to move to a different city and find a job to earn for myself. Once I am settled, I will stay far away from Zed and will not interfere in your relationship. So how about it? I will help you get back with Zed.”

As Jean voiced her plan, she felt a little unsure of herself. She was no longer confident that she really wanted this.

”Why do you want to help me?”

Eva was dubious about Jean's offer.