Iâve been taking Jack to a lot of social events, and weâve managed to snatch quite a few deals from them.
â
Hearing this, Rosalynn chuckled and said, âBut you two do appear to be quite cozy.
The young man is rather handsome, too.
He seems quite taken with you.
Do you think you might develop feelings for him over time?â
Karina let out a dismissive laugh.
âThatâs never happening.
Iâve sworn off dating for the next three years.
â
Rosalynnâs curious eyes sparkled.
âWhy three years?â
âItâs becauseâ¦â Karina paused.
âNo real reason.
Men are trouble, you know.
Isnât it better if I focus on my career?â
But something wasnât right.
Her friend was clearly hiding something.
Rosalynn could sense it.
She asked tentatively, âDid Barlow ask you not to date anybody in three years?â
Karina remained silent before pretending to brush it off nonchalantly.
âI owed him a favor before.
That was his only condition.
I could say no, of course, but I donât see why I should.
Focusing on my career aligns with my goals anyway.
Three years from now, when Iâm successful, men will be lining up for me.
â
Hearing her friendâs cheerful voice, Rosalynn considered telling her the truth that Barlow had his own difficulties and had feelings for her.
But in the end, Rosalynn held her tongue.
âWe should catch up over dinner when you find some free time.
â
âIâm swamped right now and might not be able to make it.
â
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âEven so, donât overwork yourself.
Make sure youâre getting enough rest.
â
âI know.
Love you,â Karina said and hung up the phone quickly.
Staring at the blank screen, a smile graced Rosalynnâs face.
Patience would serve them well.
Since Barlow had set a timeline for Karina, he might have a plan up his sleeve.
They could discuss it once he wrapped up his task.
By evening, Brian returned.
Together, they ascended to Sanfordâs residence.
The four sat in the dining room, and Sanford took out a bottle of red wine.