Never Late, Never Away (Vivian and Finnick)
Chapter 2232

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2232

Huh? What is he saying? We're in public, for god's sake!

"Hey, cut the crap. This isn't your house or the hospital. There are a lot of people around." Joan patted his elbow lightly.

How cute of her. Since when does love require a time or place? I can express my love anywhere I want. But I know she can't accept me now, especially since she's still married. "Why? Shocked at what I said? Come on, let's go get a meal."

The restaurant they visited was crowded. People were dining elegantly, and there was a delicate scent of roses in the air. Soothing music completed its warm ambiance.

"Would you like some red wine? Coffee?" Caiden asked softly as he stared at the woman seated across him.

"Red-, erm, I'll just have a coffee," Joan stumbled over her words.

Why didn't she just order the red wine if she wanted it? Perplexed, Caiden stared at her.

"Why did you change your mind about the wine?"

"I don't want to get drunk," Joan answered honestly.

She had gotten drunk during her visit to the nightclub with Dustin. They even spent a night in a hotel, causing a huge misunderstanding with Larry. She didn't want to make such a thoughtless mistake again. "I'm here, so it's fine. Don't worry about getting drunk." Caiden's lips curved as he reassured her.

Pfft! I should be avoiding alcohol because he's here. Dustin's a gentleman, but I'm not so sure about Caiden.

"Nah, I'm not in the mood for drinks. Just get me the coffee," she replied lightly.

She really has a unique taste, huh. I didn't know you needed to be in the mood to drink.

"Come on, tell me why you were walking around like a lifeless zombie just now." Caiden shot straight to the point.

Lifeless zombie? Wasn't I perfectly normal? I should be asking him why he suddenly appeared there.

"It was nothing. I just had a rough night," Joan fobbed him off with an excuse.

"Why? Larry didn't come home last night? You should keep a closer eye on him. Men tend to have a roving eye when they're at this stage in life." Caiden seemed to provoke her with his words. "Cut the crap. Just mind your own business," Joan rebuked.

Huh, she looks cute even when she's angry. Caiden's lips curved up teasingly.

"Hey Joan, I have a question," he said softly.

Joan answered him without even lifting her head. "Spit it out, I'm in a rush to get home."

"What if you and Larry get divorced one day? What are you going to do then? I'm not trying to curse you or anything. I'm just curious," Caiden asked somewhat coyly.

"Why do you want to know?" Joan spoke carefully while she stirred her coffee.

I don't have the time to think about this now. Larry and I have a lot of baggage between us after being together for such a long time. If we don't solve them ASAP, even a casual conversation will soon become a luxury. Though maybe Caiden's right. Divorce is inevitable.

Caiden's heart suddenly ached at the sight of her pallor. He desperately wanted to know if he was an option in her life if she ever got divorced.

"I'm just curious. Come on, don't leave me hanging."

Joan had never once thought of what she would do if she ever divorced Larry. Back when Gabriella was still tormenting her, she had entertained the idea of divorce briefly, though she had never planned for anything beyond that.

Maybe I'll just live a quiet life. Work hard and spend time with Delilah and Lucius. Who knows, I might even get my old motivation back and chase after those dreams I never accomplished.