Chapter 123

My expression remained calm, and so was my tone. "You don't need to explain so much. Ms. Lane is quite beautiful." Darren stared at me, his face filled with frustration. "Do you really not care?" I shook my head, maintaining my composure. "Why should I care?" He lowered his gaze as if the items in his hand were suddenly too heavy to hold. "Good night." The elevator arrived at my floor, and I waved my keys at him as I stepped out. "Do you truly not care at all?" Just before the doors closed, Darren asked again. I turned back with an innocent smile. "Care about what? Darren, I've never been someone who can't live without you." His hands clenched tightly at his sides, his nails nearly digging into his palms. His eyes reddened as he asked, "Who do you want? Donn? Or that doctor?" "What does it matter to you?" I countered, my voice sharp. "You're just one of many options for me. Without you, I'd only have one less choice. That's all." I retorted, and Darren was immediately left sp