The Unwanted Daughter When Love Comes Too Late novel Chapter 268

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With an innocent smile, Erin passed the coffee she had been drinking, a little foam lingering on her lips. She looked up at him with wide, innocent eyes, clearly waiting for him to take a sip.

As her fiancé, Norris had seen this expression countless times before, but it was always directed at him.

He instinctively frowned, an uneasy feeling twisting in his chest.

Still, trusting Erin completely, he pushed the thought aside and kept watching the screen.

Across from her, Matthew’s calm, gentlemanly smile didn’t waver, as if he were used to Erin’s playful demeanor.

He casually adjusted his collar so the button was pointed toward her, then said smoothly, “I’m not a fan of coffee.

“But seeing you now … even without drinking it, I feel like it would be my favorite.”

His teasing words made Erin blush. She set down the cup and gave him a playful glare.

His laughter grew more cheerful. “Ms. Jackman, you’ve asked me out for meals and shopping so many times. Don’t you have something to say?”

Erin blinked innocently. “I just see you as my best friend. Isn’t it normal for friends to eat and shop together?”

“Just friends?” Matthew raised an eyebrow. “I thought you were dropping hints. Do you have feelings for me?”

Norris‘ hand jerked, spilling the coffee. His face darkened.

He knew the Jackmans had survived crises because of Matthew, and that Matthew’s help was tied to Erin. But he hadn’t expected Matthew to take an interest in her!

He stood abruptly. “Erin is a good girl. She shouldn’t be spending time with someone like Matthew!”

He started to move, clearly intending to rush over and pull Erin away.

Tracy cut in and said, “Before you rush to be the hero, maybe look at these first.”

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She took out a stack of photos.

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Each photo showed Erin and Matthew dining or shopping together. There was nothing overtly intimate, but they stood very close.

They shared sweet smiles and gentle glances, like two people drawn to each other even if they weren’t officially a couple.

Norris turned pale, gripping the photos so tightly they almost crumpled.

Tracy said casually, “Aren’t you curious how your perfect girl would answer Matthew’s question?”

Norris didn’t answer, but he didn’t leave either. Instead, he looked back at the screen.

There was that familiar face again, wearing the shy, sweet expression he knew so well.

Erin stammered, blushing, “W–what are you talking about? I’m engaged.”

Matthew’s calm tone didn’t waver. “You’re not married yet. Don’t you have feelings for me? Do you hate me? If you say yes, it would truly break my heart.”

He sighed, showing a heartbroken expression.

Given his charm and the refined gentleman charisma he’d built over the years, it was hard not to feel sorry for him.

Erin felt it too.

No wonder he’s the most devoted, lovesick second lead—just one look from him makes anyone feel for him.

Too bad a second lead can only be a loyal, lovesick sidekick by my side. He’s not someone worthy of me.

She panicked slightly, her face flushing as she tried to explain. “How could I hate you? I like… No, I mean…

”

Her cheeks turned red, and she fumbled over her words. Her eyes were playful, as if she were teasing the man she loved.

Norris recognized that look immediately.

As her fiancé, he had seen it countless times and always found her adorable.

But now, that same expression was aimed at another man. Norris felt a cold emptiness where affection should have been.

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Completely unaware that the camera was recording her every move, Erin continued to flirt with Matthew. “You’re so naughty!”

His smile softened even more. “Were you about to say you like me? Then tell me, who do you care about more? Me or your fiancé?”

On the other side of the screen, Norris held his breath, tense and desperate for her answer.

He knew he shouldn’t feel this way.

He should trust Erin. There had to be some misunderstanding.

Yet, he couldn’t look away. He stared intently at her on the screen, searching for some kind of

answer.

Meanwhile, Erin had no idea about that. She thought Matthew’s questions meant he was finally falling for her and maybe even feeling a bit jealous of Norris.

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