Chapter 1118 Life or Death (XIII)

• “I’m the one who’s long admired your reputation—and I need to thank you for the help, Mr. Burns.” Chadwick Fullner smiled at Donnie Burns as he spoke.
• And although Kate Penrose refused to admit she was dating Donnie Burns, the happiness dancing at the corners of her eyes had already spilled out for all to see. At that moment, faced with the truth right in front of him, Chadwick Fullner had to concede: Donnie was indeed a perfect match for Kate, and Kate had clearly given her whole heart to him. Maybe all they needed was time, for the fruit to ripen and fall. A dusky ache washed through Chadwick’s chest—there was comfort, sure, but also a bitter aftertaste.
• Kate’s brows and lashes flicked, as if she was quietly gauging Chadwick’s mood. Her smile hitched for a heartbeat, then she snapped back into easy chatter like nothing happened.