Chapter 1233

Jack remembered how Phoebe had once looked at Feena's perfect relationship with quiet envy. It made him think—she must have longed for a love of her own. And that, surely, was one of her deepest regrets. Phoebe said nothing, her silence speaking volumes. It was as good as confirming Jack's guess. Then, he looked at her seriously and asked, "Phoebe, can I ask you something?" She nodded. "Go ahead." "Is there someone you truly love?" She froze, her teeth sinking into her lower lip. She lowered her head for a moment, then looked up and whispered, "Yes." Her voice was firm yet tinged with a hint of emptiness. With that simple answer, her gaze turned soft and distant, as if lost in a dream. It shimmered with longing for love and a deep, almost sacred devotion. This made Jack feel a surge of jealousy. Trying to mask his disappointment, he said, "What a pity. I never thought you already had someone in your heart. Poor Eddie and Wesley—their dreams must be shattered." Phoebe couldn't