CHAPTER 235 INTRIGUE AGAIN

“The last time you were in the hospital, I also saw Kennedi. Kate was with you then. Did Kennedi mistake Kate for your girlfriend and approach her intentionally?” A reflective silence unfurled, finally fractured by Barlow’s admission. “No, that’s not it. Kennedi probably approached Kate because she considers her more approachable than you.” Bella was surprised. More approachable than her? “So, you’re implying Kennedi perceives me as a rival in love and assumes you’re courting me?” No wonder there was something strange with the way Kennedi looked at her the other night. So that was the reason. “Isn’t it? I am indeed courting you.” Barlow’s teasing grin resurfaced. Bella stared at him intently. “You’re not pursuing me at all. Who are you, really, Barlow?” She had seen glimpses of the enigmatic layers hidden beneath his boyish charm. There was more to him than met the eye. “I’m just an ordinary man.” His answer, as cryptic as ever, only heightened her curiosity further. Taking a