Love Mission: Ex-wife Strikes Back

That night, Jean had a hard time sleeping. When morning came, she reported to her office with a big frown and a bulging pair of eye bags. Her schedule was hectic all morning, and everyone was staring at her discretely when she went out to eat her lunch.

While she was at the restaurant, Jean was restless; she kept on peering through the glass window. Suddenly, a figure flashed across her sight. Jean wanted to have a clear look, but the silhouette had already disappeared.

In panic, Jean dashed from her seat and ran after the figure she just saw. When she saw no one on the street, she became upset.

"Miss Gu, are you okay?" her secretary asked in a worried tone. "How are you feeling? Maybe I should take you to the hospital!" Everyone on the table was shocked when Jean suddenly left her seat, so her secretary followed her outside.

"Don't worry. I'm alright." The secretary's question snapped Jean to her senses.

"Are you sure?" The secretary was dubious of Jean's

away before I could apologize." Julia recalled their encounter.

"Oh, right. I remember now, so that was you," he smiled. "I was in a hurry at that time. I'm sorry."

Julia smiled back. "It's me who should say sorry."

The man extended his hand. "Hello, my name is George."

"I'm Julia." Julia shook hands with him. "What a coincidence! Do you come here often?"

"No, I just happened to eat nearby, and I came here to buy a cup of coffee. Was that Jean you were talking to a while ago?" George asked with a smile.

"Yes." Julia nodded. "You are her...?"

"Oh, I'm her friend. We met a couple of years ago. What about you?" George casually returned the question.

"Me? I'm her sister." Having said that, Julia glanced at the window. "Well, it's late. I should go now."

George nodded, and with a twinkle in his eyes, said, "Let me drive you home."

"No, it's okay. I can take a taxi."

"Don't be a stranger." George smiled and gestured to the door. "Let's go."