Chapter 129

"Jason, now that you've got this woman, are you really just kicking me out? I swear, I have no other feelings for you, I’ve only ever seen you as my best friend." Sophia was on the verge of tears. "I see you as a friend too, that’s exactly why I’m telling you this." “…Alright then. I’ll go.” Disappointment was written all over Sophia's face. "Wait a sec," Jason suddenly said again. Sophia turned back quickly, a flicker of hope flashing in her eyes—was he changing his mind? "Sophia, you're my friend. So I'm trusting you with something—keep everything you saw or heard here to yourself, especially don’t tell my parents. Can I count on you?" Her hopeful gaze dimmed instantly. She nodded softly, "I got it, Jason. Don’t worry, I won’t say a word." With that, Sophia left. Denise finally exhaled in relief. Please, let that be the last time she comes around! "Well? You feel better now?" Jason shot a glance at her. "Yeah, finally. That Sophia girl was looking at you like… way too intense." "Oh?