Chapter 404

Different emotions flickered in Richard's eyes. He then pushed Justin's hands away. "Go away." The spark of enthusiasm that had briefly ignited in Justin was quickly extinguished. Awkwardly, he touched his nose. "I was just kidding. If you want to win her back, you'll have to do it yourself." "Why should I do that?" Justin marveled at Richard's disappointing behavior. "It's obvious that you love Pearl. I don't understand why you'd want to be with Jenny when it's so obvious you have no feelings for her." Richard wondered if it was that obvious. Swirling the wine in his glass, he hesitated. "Ezra kidnapped my mom and forced me to break up with Pearl so she could go back and get engaged." Stunned, Justin couldn't believe what he was hearing. "Why didn't you tell me about such a serious matter earlier?" "It wouldn't change anything even if I told you." "You could tell Pearl even if you didn't tell me. Do you really think she won't understand you?" Richard's eyes were gloomy. F