Chapter 653

Keith finally brought up the topic, and Lisa didn't need to think twice about it. She had already considered it, so when he asked, she was ready with her answer. "What about you? Why don't you return here to develop your career?" she asked in return. His gentle kisses paused for a moment. "I'm not ready yet." She didn't ask for the reason so she just said, "I want to stay here." The conversation ended there. Keith seemed to sense that her mood had turned sour. He held her close. "I'll apply to come back next year." Lisa nodded, her eyes closed. He got up and headed to the bathroom. "You sleep first, I'll go take a shower." But Lisa opened her eyes, staring at the ceiling. She used to think that long-distance relationships weren't a big deal, but now she realized how tough they could be. His phone started ringing. She grabbed it, took a quick look, and called out to the bathroom. "Keith, it's Professor Hansley." His response from the bathroom was casual. "Go ahead and take it."