Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run

Chapter 230

Chapter 230

The two of them were in the thick of a heated exchange when Dylan cut in, "If there's nothing pressing, I'm

heading out."

Jackson took a deep breath, pointing an accusing finger right at him. "Just look at him, would you? We mention

girls, and he's ready to bolt. You think he's waiting on someone? It's a wonder he's not hitched to his computer

already. | bet he'll spend his days hugging his piles of cash."

Dylan turned away, not even bothering to respond. Clara found the whole situation amusing as the door to the

private room clicked shut behind them.

Dylan caught her soft laughter and felt a bit miffed. "Is it that funny?" he asked, the words almost grinding out

through gritted teeth.

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Clara's laughter cto an abrupt halt. "I just think Jackson made a good point. But there's nothing wrong with

the way you are. It's rare to find someone like you these days."

Someone that's genuine in love, willing to wait patiently for years.

Dylan lowered his eyelashes, staying silent. Clara wheeled him out, and they passed by several people who

nodded and greeted Dylan with respect. He barely acknowledged them, lost in his own thoughts.

Once in the car, Clara was about to hit the road when he mentioned, "I'm a bit hungry."

Her boss was hungry, so naturally, she had to cup with a solution. But all the fancy restaurants needed

reservations, and she doubted Dylan would be up for a casual spot.

Just as she was about to suggest something, he asked, "Can't we go to your place?"

Her mind went blank for a moment before she declined. "Well, it wasn't a big deal before, but now | have a

boyfriend. Being alone with another guy might raise eyebrows, and my boyfriend is the jealous type. He even

askedtonight who's better, you or him, so it's a bit..."

She spoke hesitantly. It used to be no problem to invite Dylan over, but now she had to navigate these waters

carefully. And to be honest, if her boyfriend invited another woman to his place, she'd definitely feel uneasy too.

She worried Dylan might be upset, especially since the contract issue had just been settled a few hours ago, and

she was still in a sort of redemption phase. Rejecting his simple dinner request seemed like a faux pas.

Dylan's lips curled into a slight smile. "Yeah, having a boyfriend means you've gotta be mindful of these things.

Make sure to turn down other guys this way too."

Clara let out a sigh of relief, her mood lightening. "That's why I've always thought you're a good man. You're

considerate and understanding. Though we can't head to my place, | can take you to this diner. As long as you

don't mind. Megan recommended it to me. It's supposed to be really good."

Dylan gazed out the window. Though his emotions were hard to read, Clara sensed he was in a good mood. He

leaned back, his eyelashes fluttering slightly. "Alright, let's go then."

The car pulled up in front of the diner, and Clara helped Dylan out, only to spot Megan inside. Megan was

wearing an apron, helping serve dishes. When she saw Clara and Dylan, she nearly dropped what she was

carrying and managed a smile. "Clara, Mr. Dylan."

Clara wheeled Dylan to a clean table and then pulled Megan aside. "Are you working here?"

"No, this is my uncle's place. | just help out when I've got tand get sfree snacks in return." As she

spoke, her eyes occasionally flickered to Dylan.

Clara patted her shoulder. "Bring out the best dishes, but keep it mild. Mr. Dylan seems to prefer a more gentle

flavor."