Chapter 967: Chapter 497: Extra: He Came to Find Her 2_2

Christine Quinn sat quietly in the hotel apartment, waiting for Skyler Jones to arrive.

At ten o’clock, her phone suddenly rang.

Thinking it was Skyler, she immediately answered, only to hear Jonathon Gibson’s voice on the other end.

"Christine."

Christine Quinn’s face showed a hint of disappointment, but she still responded politely, "Jonathon."

"I went to Geoffrey’s, and they said you’re not in New York."

"Yeah, I’m in France."

"Did you leave suddenly because you had a dispute with Skyler?"

Christine leaned against the floor-to-ceiling window, answering lightly, "I had no dispute with him." It was a silent indifference.

"Christine, I’m sorry. I think what I said caused a misunderstanding between you and Skyler... A few days ago, Jennifer Douglas contacted me."

Christine didn’t respond.

"Jennifer told me she had learned everything from Justin Walter. She’s very upset... I asked her if she’d return to New York, and she said she never wants to come back again..."

"Whatever her decision is, it has nothing to do with me."

"Christine, I’m so sorry that every time I wish for your happiness, I somehow destroy it..."

Hearing Jonathon’s extremely guilty tone from the other end, Christine couldn’t help but console him, "Jonathon, I’ve never blamed you. I know how much you care about me."

"In a couple of days, I’ll be going on a business trip to South Africa... I might be staying there for a few years, so we might not see each other often. I hope you’ll be well while I’m gone."

"Don’t worry, I will be fine."

Jonathon chuckled softly, "I remember when you first got together with Skyler, I asked if you were sure about being with him, and you told me you’d be fine... Before I leave, I’ll find Skyler and clarify things for you. I think only he can take care of you."

"No need, Jonathon." Christine quickly interjected, "We’re just having a little tiff, nothing serious... Go to South Africa with peace of mind. I promise you, I’ll be fine."

"Alright then... Christine, I don’t know when we’ll meet again, but remember my words: if you ever need me, just call."

Christine nodded slightly, "I will."

"Goodbye, Christine..."

"Goodbye..."

After finishing the call with Jonathon Gibson, a wave of sadness welled up in Christine Quinn’s heart.

Watching TV yesterday, she learned that Jonathon had requested the U.S. government to allow him to work in South Africa...

Everyone knows South Africa is far from the U.S.; he must have chosen to work there to escape from something...

Just now, getting his call and hearing his guilt-filled tone, she realized he was escaping the guilt he felt towards her.

Last time, because Jonathon had hidden the truth about some photos, she had said some definitive things to him... In fact, she regretted it afterward because Jonathon had been her good friend for over ten years, and he was looking out for her, yet she blamed him.

She knew better than anyone else that, apart from her family, Jonathon was the person who cared the most for her in this world...

And now, Jonathon was leaving because he felt guilty about causing the misunderstanding between her and Skyler.

The truth was, the one who should feel guilty was her...

When she was hurt by Skyler, it was Jonathon who stayed by her side, comforting her...

When she went through the dangerous period after surgery on Lorelai Island alone, it was also Jonathon who stayed with her...

In her memory, there were so many low moments, and it was always Jonathon who stood by her side, yet she had never given Jonathon anything in return...

He had always silently cared for her, never changing.

The truth was, the one who owed the most was her...

At that moment, Christine sent a message to Jonathon—

Jonathon, no matter where you are in the world, please remember, I will always think of you.

After sending the message, Christine’s emotions were still steeped in sadness when suddenly, there were a few rhythmic knocks at the door.

She immediately snapped out of her sadness and looked at the door, her heart seemed to skip a beat.

She was familiar with the way he knocked; she knew the person standing outside was Skyler.

Taking a deep breath, she gently bit her lip and slowly walked towards the door.

Standing behind the door, she calmed her nervous state, pretending to face him with the most composed demeanor.

She opened the door, and indeed...

It was him.

She never looked up to meet his eyes, only giving him a slight smile, "Come in."

Skyler stepped in from outside, his tall and broad figure appearing even more striking than usual.

Christine closed the door, calmly following behind him.

Suddenly, he turned around, his deep, unreadable eyes staring straight at her.

Christine still didn’t look into Skyler’s eyes and just said, "Do you want anything to drink? I’ll get it for you."

Skyler replied lightly, "No need."

"Um... then..." The atmosphere suddenly became a bit awkward, and Christine didn’t know what to talk about with Skyler.

Perhaps noticing Christine’s nervousness, Skyler withdrew his gaze and sat down on the sofa in Christine’s room.

Christine stood there at a loss, still not daring to look at him.

"The lawyer will be over soon; we need to discuss something."

Christine silently nodded, her nose tingling.

"Christine..."

"Hmm?"

"Come over here and sit."

Skyler gently patted the seat beside him.

Struggling internally for a few seconds, Christine sat across from Skyler.

Skyler didn’t object and spoke in a soft voice, "Christine, I’ve been thinking a lot this past month. I feel our relationship has encountered many problems."

Christine smiled slightly, nodding continuously, "Yes, yes, I know."

"Christine, actually your fault is..."

Skyler hadn’t finished speaking when Christine intercepted, smiling, "I know what kind of person I am... I actually know that since we got back together, many problems stem from me. I love to doubt, I don’t trust you enough, and I don’t take advice... so it always makes it so exhausting for us to be together."

"Christine..."

Christine continued to cut Skyler off, "You’ve thought a lot this month, and so have I... In fact, even if you hadn’t come to talk to me, I would’ve come to talk to you... Skyler, it’s true we’re not suited to be together..."