Chapter 528

Chapter 528

Zachary believed that actions spoke louder than words. It was easier for him to demonstrate his love for her through tangible actions rather than uttering sweet nothings. However, if Serenity enjoyed hearing romantic phrases, he would be willing to learn, no matter how cringeworthy it might feel. Josh stood up and leaned in to whisper a reminder to his friend, “Ask about Ms. Sox.”

Zachary gently pushed him away with one hand. After chatting with Serenity for a while longer on the phone, he helped Josh by asking, “Seren, will Ms. Sox be back at the store this afternoon? My colleague is considering visiting her since she’s unwell.”

Serenity responded, “Jas isn’t coming over. I told her to rest at home and return only when her fever is completely gone. Does your colleague want to see her? He can call her directly to ask her out.”

“Given that Ms. Sox is sick and the temperature dropped today, it’s even colder. My colleague would feel guilty if her condition worsened after he invited her out. Please message me when she returns to work. I’ll speak to my colleague then.” “Sure. Zachary, do you think there’s hope for those two?” It was Serenity’s first attempt at matchmaking, and she hoped for a positive outcome. “Ms. Sox hasn’t mentioned whether she’s interested in my colleague, right? He feels a connection with her and wants to pursue a relationship with marriage in mind.”

“I haven’t had the opportunity to ask Jas in the last few days, but I’ll make sure to do so eventually. She’s a wonderful girl, so it’s only natural that your colleague likes her.”

In Serenity’s eyes, Jasmine was truly exceptional.

Zachary laughed.

He refrained from telling his beloved wife that Josh had developed an interest in Jasmine since she had gained popularity after her appearance at Mrs. Dawson’s birthday party. “Zachary, I need to get going now. I have to finish my orders.” “Of course. Don’t overwork yourself.”

You should head home around eight in the evening.

Zachary cautioned, “Your partner has the financial means to support both you and the family.”

“I don’t require your support; I can take care of myself. However, I wouldn’t turn down any money you choose to give me to save,” she replied.

Having seen her sister’s marriage deteriorate from loving to broken, Serenity was careful and insisted on maintaining financial independence after marriage. She refused to believe empty promises like “I’ll support you” coming from a man.

Being self-reliant was preferable to relying on others.

“Let’s leave it at that. I’m hanging up now,” she said, concerned that if they continued talking, the sky might darken.

She quickly ended the call.

Zachary, left on the line by his beloved wife, reluctantly pulled his phone away from his ear and even rubbed it with his hand.

“You seem to be in a bit of a predicament, don’t you?” teased the man sitting across from him.

“You won’t get the chance, even if you wanted to,” Zachary replied.

Josh fell silent. “Just wait. Once I catch Ms. Sox, I’ll flaunt our relationship and shower you with public displays of affection every single day.”

“I’m not single. I don’t need to be envious of you,” Zachary shot back.

Josh choked on his words.

“Ms. Sox isn’t back at the store. You can leave now,” Zachary said. He tucked his phone back into his pants pocket and prepared to get to work. In the past, he had never wasted time on emotions, but now…

He was eating his own words.

Knock, knock.

“Come in,” he called out.

Mr. Chaplin opened the door, holding an elegant bag.

Josh looked on with curiosity as Mr. Chaplin brought the bag closer.

He handed the bag to Zachary and said, “Mr. York, Old Mrs. York sent this over and asked me to give it to you.”

Zachary understood immediately.

Grandma

May mentioned that she would gift him a pair of diamond rings from her jewelry vault to present to him and Serenity.