Love's Second Chance novel Chapter 14

After speaking, Colin looked up at Hayden surreptitiously, observing his expression.

Hayden didn't look impatient, so he continued boldly, "So, normally, when you think you've met the right person and have decided to marry her, you would want her to get to know your friends, right? You should be involving her in your social circle.

"But you've never done that. You've never brought Zara to meet us. In the future, are you not going to invite us when you get engaged, married, or even for your kids' birthday?"

His words made sense. Hayden nodded.

Colin felt encouraged. His tone and expression became more obsequious. "So, Hayden, why don't we set a time and date so that you can introduce Zara to the rest of us?"

"No need for that," Hayden said. "I'll just tell her about you guys when I get home, and show her your photos."

Hearing this, Colin felt even more dejected. He thought he was disappointed enough before, but now, he was devastated.

"Zara only needs to know me. She doesn't need to know you guys," Hayden said haughtily, making Colin grit his teeth.

However, Hayden had always been like this; Colin had put up with him for all these years, so in truth, he was more exasperated than angry.

After all, he wasn't strong enough to fight Hayden.

He'd lost too many times before. All those experiences had taught him not to be rash when it came to Hayden.

After many promises of not stirring up trouble tonight, Hayden decided to call Zara over and introduce her to his friends after careful deliberation. After all, she really should meet his friends.

They would only get one chance of meeting her, though.

The city's nightlife was unusually vibrant that night.

There were neon lights shining everywhere on top of tall buildings. It was easy to lose oneself in the lights and noise.

Zara arrived at her destination, where Hayden was waiting for her at the entrance. Inside the restaurant, the bustle of the city was muffled.

Hayden told her about his friends quickly. "These three are my childhood friends. Don't bother being polite to them. If they bully you, I'll help you deal with them."

Under the bright lights of the restaurant, Zara looked even more pretty and aloof.

Looking around, Hayden was satisfied.

Colin had done a good job this time, which was a rare occurrence.

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Before Hayden and Zara arrived, Colin's other friends, Anthony Smith and Benjamin Harris, teased him. "You're in a sophisticated mood today. Why did you book a table at a restaurant instead of the bar? I'm gonna give you a bad review for this."

"Yeah. Is it because you pulled too much before and can't get it up anymore? Are you on a break now?"

Colin did not refute his friends' teasing. In fact, he was amused.

Eventually, he gave them a kind warning. "Stop that. You're getting a huge surprise later. You guys had better watch your mouths, or you're going to regret it."

If Hayden heard this, he would think that his friends were really trying to corrupt Zara.

Unfortunately, neither Anthony nor Benjamin paid attention to Colin's warning. They continued bantering with each other.

Colin shook his head in exasperation.