Chapter 457
“It doesn’t count.”
Naturally, Pearl knew what Richard meant. She stared at his l*ps and, with a sigh, leaned in to k*ss him, hoping to end the awkwardness.
But in the next moment, Richard pulled her into his arms, wrapping his arms around her waist and pressing her against his chest. “Don’t do this kind of thing again.”
“There’s nothing between Eric and me. I just asked him for help. Besides, he’s Jenny’s boyfriend, and he’s the reason Jenny broke up with you.”
Richard’s eyes turned somber. “I’m not doubting you. I’m just upset that you didn’t tell me the truth.”
“Okay, I’ll be more open with you in the future, alright?” Pearl smiled sweetly, holding his neck and blowing lightly on it.
Her willingness to cooperate seemed to convince him. “Okay, you’re forgiven.”
Pearl nodded and gently pulled away from his embrace. “Okay, let’s go back and rest. We’re going on a trip tomorrow, right?” She then added, “With Eric.”
At the mention of Eric, Richard’s expression soured again. “Don’t bring him up!”
“Okay, I know you’re not too fond of him, but we promised to go together.” Eric wasn’t a bad person, and he had been attentive to Richard in his own way. It was… interesting.
*
Early the next morning, Pearl and Richard were still asleep in their hotel room when they heard a frantic knocking on the door.
“Pearl! Come on, open up! The sun is up!” It was a familiar voice.
Battling sleepiness, Pearl stumbled to the door and found an excited and eager Eric waiting outside.
“Pearl, you look gorgeous even without makeup,” Eric complimented her before glancing around. ” Where’s Richard?”
“I didn’t sleep in the same bed with him.”
“What’s the big deal? You guys are a couple, right?” Growing up in a more liberal culture, Eric
couldn’t quite understand their conservative approach.
Pearl sighed and explained, “We’re not married yet so let’s not rush things.”
“Oh…” Eric’s eyes lit up. “Does that mean I have a chance?”
“Eric, this isn’t the first time I’ve turned you down-
“Do you think Richard would ever consider me?”
Pearl realized she had misunderstood Eric’s feelings. “If you keep pursuing Richard, I’ll call your father to take you home.”
Her threat made Eric panic. “No, please don’t. You know he’ll do something if you tell him.”
Pearl snorted. “I’m glad you know.”
Eric nodded flatteringly. “But my dad asked me when we’re getting married the other day.” “Pfft!” Pearl nearly choked on her saliva.
