Chapter 825

Oh, I realized it was probably Bruce drunk-dialing me after drinking. What a nuisance! But just as I hung up, he called again. He was really persistent. His drunken antics were his own problem. I didn't want to be pulled into it. I didn't want Cindy or the Lanes to come to me for revenge. I shut my phone off, grateful for the quiet. But when I looked up, I met Josh's gaze, filled with suspicion and confusion. "Nance, you're not with Bruce, are you?" I was flustered by how accurately he had read my thoughts, so I quickly answered, "Of course not! Stop guessing, Josh." He didn't press further, but the look in his eyes made it clear he had already pieced the truth. I couldn't even bring myself to meet his gaze during dinner. Just before we parted ways, he said, "Nance, it doesn't matter who you're seeing. What's important is to follow your heart and find your happiness." "I'm really not seeing anyone. I—" I started to explain, but Josh was already smiling and waving goodbye. "Alr