Chapter 1987

Quinton deflected the question back to Isabelle. Isabelle directly replied, “I have someone I like.” Quinton was slightly startled at her reply. He digested her answer for a little while before asking, “Are you in a relationship? If you aren’t, am I eligible to pursue you?” “I just broke up with him, but it’s not because I don’t like him. Quinton, you’re fearless and straightforward about your feelings.” Quinton said graciously, “Of course. If I confessed too late, you would’ve already belonged to another. Unfortunately, I’m still late.” He did not ask her who she liked. It was as if he did not care about the person she liked at all. Isabelle echoed warmly, “Unfortunately, you’re late.” Quinton asked her, “Since you still like him, why did you break up?” “You shouldn’t be curious about this question,” Isabelle warned, “If you’re climbing to the McKinley peak because of me, I advise you to leave early.” Quinton did not heed her warning. Instead, he tilted his head slightly and