Chapter 1785

But the truth was, if Avery had turned a blind eye, Mason might not have felt such a strong need for her. That was how relationships worked. Hearing his words, Avery said, "Then I guess you picked the wrong person." Mason said, "I like smart women. I like you just the way you are." Avery took a bite of her food, her smile not quite reaching her narrowed eyes. She didn't argue or press further. She didn't ask whether Juliet was a smart woman. Instead, she just gave a smile. She knew better than to ask questions she shouldn't. She would never put herself in an awkward position. Once was more than enough for something like that to happen. Once bitten, twice shy. Avery was exactly that kind of person. As they ate, Mason asked, "Avery, have you ever liked anyone before?" She replied, "Yes. You." Mason fell silent. He wasn't sure if he should be happy that she admitted liking him or worried about that past tense. Did she mean she used to like him but not anymore? That wasn't the ans