Chapter 19 Giving It a Try

Charlotte wasn't easily swayed by sweet talk anymore. Yet, faced with Luke's earnestness, she found herself saying, "We could give it a try, maybe." Luke broke into a wide grin upon hearing her agreement, his words jumbling together in his excitement. "I promise not to let you down. Just trust me on this." A smile crept onto Charlotte's face as well. "Alright." "I guess I should head out now." But as Luke turned to leave, Charlotte called out to him, "I've been meaning to give this to you. I got it before I came to see you. After the fancy necklace you gave me, I thought I should give you something too." Luke cherished the tie she gave him, holding it dearly. "I'm really touched by your gift." "It's not much, but it's from the heart." He shook his head gently. "It means a lot to me." Charlotte shared with Luke about the unsettling encounter at the mall. Promptly, Luke got in touch with his assistant, instructing him to warn Frank against causing further disturbances. His proact