Never Late, Never Away (Vivian and Finnick)
Chapter 2132

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2132

Joan found herself in a tight spot all of a sudden.

Sensing her dilemma, Nancy quickly added, "Is this not a good time? It's fine then. I'll go on my own."

"That's not it, Nancy. I can join you, so just wait for me. I'll come over as soon as I get ready."

After a brief conversation, they hung up the call.

Joan would never allow Nancy to go out shopping on her own. She wouldn't be able to live with herself if something were to happen to the woman.

Soon, both of them arrived at the mall's entrance. Nancy was brimming with excitement, but Joan seemed troubled.

"Isn't it too early to be shopping for your baby's clothes?" the latter asked casually.

"Too early? No, it's not. He's going to be born very soon." Nancy stroked her belly affectionately, a content smile stretching across her lips.

Seeing this, Joan broke into a smile of her own.

Nancy sure has changed a lot. She's no longer as impulsive as before. Instead, she's gentle and thoughtful.

"You probably don't know this, but the baby is my hope, my everything. I want him to come to this world smoothly. I want him to grow up healthy and strong."

She sure is happy. I'm glad. Joan patted her back softly. "He will."

The two of them didn't shop for too long because it wasn't convenient for Nancy to walk around with her big belly. Hence, they left the mall after she bought a few pieces of clothing and headed to a café nearby "Joan, how are things between you and Larry?"

Just the usual. How else can we be? He's working overtime every day and can't make it home, while I'm afraid of disturbing him. There's really nothing I can do. Joan bowed her head as hurt flickered across her eyes.

Forcing her lips into a small smile, she replied, "We're alright. He's just been busier than usual lately."

"Hey, what a coincidence! What are you ladies doing here?" Dustin appeared in front of their table right then.

"We came out to do some shopping. What about you?" Nancy inquired curiously.

"What else? I'm here for a market survey. The products in the supermarket are up to the mark, but I was thinking of adding some new ones," Dustin explained.

Then, he squinted meaningfully and observed, "No wonder Joan is being nagged by her friends at the supermarket. She didn't go to work. She's here to accompany you instead."

The atmosphere turned slightly awkward as the three of them carried on in a conversation.

Hidden in a corner not far from the café, a pair of eyes took in everything that was happening.

"Can we go now? It's nothing but a simple gathering between friends," Jaden whispered.

"I know. I just want to see what kind of people Joan is in contact with," Caiden murmured back.

Jaden had to consciously stop himself from rolling his eyes. He's head over heels in love with her. That's why he wants to know her inside out, but then what? Will she even appreciate him and his efforts? Exasperated, Jaden turned his face away, unwilling to look at his friend.

When the two men arrived back at home, Caiden said after some deliberation, "Hey, help me look into the background of those two people from earlier. Send all the information directly to me."

Once a person fell too deep in love, it would be difficult to break free. Hence, Caiden's behavior may have seemed ridiculous to Jaden, but it was as simple as breathing to Caiden himself.

"Have you gone mad, Caiden? You need to get your sh*t straight and think this through. Joan has a family. She's living a simple and good life. Why do you insist on ruining it?" Jaden said impatiently, a grim expression taking residence on his face.

Jaden had once heard about Caiden and Joan's story, but he never expected his friend to be so obsessed with her.

"What do you know? True love knows no bounds," Caiden retorted.

This is ridiculous! It may be true love for him, but what about for Joan? Instead of wasting time, energy, and money on her when she clearly doesn't reciprocate his feelings, why can't he just settle with being friends?

"I'm done here. You're on your own, but don't go too far. If your mom replaces out, Joan will be the one to suffer." With that, Jaden went back to his room.