Bab 52: I Acted On a Whim Seven Years Ago

There was some stiffness in the space.

Edward said seriously, "What can I do to shorten the gap between us so that you feel that I'm worthy of you, Ms. Lawrence?"

'Was there a problem with what I expressed?' Jeanne thought.

"Tell me, and I'll change." Edward had a sincere look on his face.

"I'm saying that I'm not worthy of you."

"Ms. Lawrence, you're impeccable to me."

"Fourth Master Swan, let's not beat around the bush." Jeanne could not outlast this master, so she said, "Seven years ago, I admitted that I slept with you on a whim. Seven years later, I hope that you won't hold a grudge against me. Let's forget each other."

Edward did not reply.

At that moment, he just looked at Jeanne.

He looked straight at her.

It made her whole body go numb.

After a long time, he asked, "On a whim...?"