Chapter 179

• I don't think Nicolas was prepared for that question. His reaction was somewhat exaggerated, as he stood up abruptly and moved away. His breathing quickened as he stared at the wall, thinking about what to say.
• "What does it matter? She's engaged to the man she's always wanted," he said in a melancholy tone.
• "Really? So you and her made up and got engaged?" I asked jokingly, but he took it very seriously. He turned to me, his eyes slightly moist. "I guess I forgot to mention that Lorraine and I are kind of friends now."