Gossip Girl Reborn by Darlene Nunez

Chapter 42 Plane Tickets Are Not That Expensive

No sooner had Rosalie and Evian ascended the stairs than an elated Christopher brought Luna back.

They exchanged pleasantries briefly and Christopher kept looking at his mother, gesturing for her to give them

sspace. Selena, understanding her son's intention, quickly brought Isabella away to not be a third wheel.

Once they were out of sight, Christopher hurriedly served Luna all the snacks and fruits arranged on the

table.

His actions left Luna in a daze, giving her a feeling that the person sitting next to her was the sChristopher

from her childhood who would always give her the best of everything. "Don't bother. Your injury..." she began.

Christopher instantly let his wounded hand rest, serving Luna with just one hand as he broke into a goofy smile.

"Like | said, I'm fine. My wounds heal very quickly."

Luna nodded in relief and said, "Actually, | ctoday because | have something else to tell you."

"Go ahead. Christopher sat up straight, behaving in a way that seemed to say "I'm all cars" as if he could devote

all his patience to Luna.

Luna frowned. "I hope our team's plan to go abroad and collaborate with other research institutes won't be

altered.

The look in Christopher's eyes subtly shifted.

Luna spoke with a firm expression. "It's more convenicht for us to go abroad for our research. Your proposed

condition made Prof. Wilcox hesitate. Now that we've cleared the air, | hope you'll-" Christopher quickly said, "I'm

not using the investment as leverage to keep you by my side. I'll never be the stumbling block that gets in your

way when you're starting a new chapter of your life."

He lowered his gaze and admitted in desolation, "I confess to having personal motives, but country won't affect

your research, I'm even willing to invest more."

If staying in the

Luna's gaze flickered for a moment, but she firmly said "Money can't solve everything when it comes to detailed

research. Otherwise, no one is willing to leave their hometown for five years. We can't der Quirk Group suffer a

loss either. We hope you can withdraw the additional conditions. We want to go abroad."

Christopher looked at Luna's icy countenance, his lips trembling. "All right, | understand. I'll tell my brother about

it."

As though she had completed her mission, Luna got ready to leave, not wanting to stay for even a second longer.

"Thank you," she said, "I'll head back now and inform everyone to prepare for departure. We can't afford to delay

our research progress any further." After speaking, she stood up.

Christopher instantly stood up, too.

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You're injured, so stay put. You don't have to walkout." Luna said to Christopher with a smile. "I wish you all

the best in the future."

Suddenly, Christopher asked, "Is it really over between us?"

Luna looked at Christopher, noticing his reddened eyes. She found herself stumped when facing an emotional

Christopher, but she had learned from her mistake. Since she hadn't recovered from the Crauma yet, she

couldn't possibly give him another chance. "All | want now is to live my life well and focus on my research. If

possible... | might not even return after five years. | plan to settle down overseas for long-term study and

research, so it would be difficult for us to meet again," she said.

She bore no resentment toward Christopher, so she didn't want to keep him waiting, making it clear to him that

she would never cback.

After saying all that, Luna didn't hesitate for a moment before turning and walking away.

Yet, Christopher felt as if his feet were glued to the floor, unable to take a single step forward. Tears were welling

up in his eyes. © Nével- All rights reserved. Isabella cringed. Oh no, he's not going to cry again, is

be? | better grab Selena lest she goes to comfort him. He'll be devastated to discover we've been

eavesdropping.

Christopher's mind was initially in a state of chaos, struggling to process what just happened. However, the

moment he heard Isabella's thoughts, he suddenly collapsed onto the couch and burst into tears. Since they

were watching anyway, he didn't bother holding back and cried to his heart's content. Con, it's not the first

tLuna has rejected you. Is it really that devastating? Isabella sighed. Christopher bawled internally. What do

you know? That was an outright rejection. She's planning to go abroad and stay there forever!

| can't understand his thought process. Even though | think it's better for them to part ways and start their lives

anew... Why is he acting like they're never going to see each other again? It's not like she's dead. Isabella was

puzzled.

The pain of seeing a loved one walk away from you is just as intense as grief! Christopher sobbed.

She's going abroad, not to heaven! Are plane tickets really that expensive? If I'm not mistaken, the Quirk family

owns a private jet, right?

Christopher, who was still weeping, burped when realization hit him.

Isabella found his reaction too exaggerated. They're both still living on the splanet... Does he really have to

bawl like it's the end of the world?

Christopher finally made up his mind. She's right!

Is he really that foolish or just overthinking? Does he not see it?

At that moment, Evian and Rosalie, who were worried, also arrived in the hallway. Just as they were about to ask

what was going on, they saw Christopher suddenly rise to his feet and dash out, his tears flying in

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mid-air.

"Luna, remember, if there ever

oon, everyone in the manor heard Christopher's roar from that I'm here for you! Keep

omes a day when you're hurt, tired, or in need of company, remember that I'm here for you! Keep walking ahead

and live your new life to the fullest."

Before long, Christopher returned, his tears already wiped dry. He picked up his phone and made a call. Alex,

delete the addendum. Let them go abroad. Yes, I'm fine, don't worry about me. If their project fails, Il shoulder all

the financial responsibility."

He then made another call. "Hayden, | think it's tto move my stuoverseas. Do you want to cwith me

and try our luck in the international entertainment market?"

He realized that if he continued pestering Luna, he would only keep reminding her of her sorrowful past, and

being the source of her misery was the last thing he wanted. He wasn't sure if he would ever get another chance

to win back this precious girl in his lifetime. Perhaps his efforts would be in vain, but he wanted to stay by her

side in secret, hoping that whenever she needed someone, he could be the first to be there for her.

This was the only thing he could do at the moment, and also the only thing he wanted to do.

Those listening to what Christopher said were all stunned, especially Isabella.

Wait a minute, isn't that where I'm working? | haven't even done any work or carned any money yet! I'm facing

unemployment already?

As Christopher was enthusiastically mapping out his future career plans, he was suddenly reminded of Isabella

upon hearing her inner thoughts. Over the phone, Hayden also mentioned Isabella.

Christopher looked at Isabella, who was standing in the distance. "Um... don't worry. My job transition won't

happen so quickly. I'll make arrangements for you before | leave. Hayden also said that he'll pile up smore

work for you before he leaves. Once your reputation is established, everything will be easier. for you." Isabella

was at a loss for words. Actually, being laid off isn't so bad after all. | don't really want to work.

Those who eavesdropped on her comment couldn't help but chuckle.

Standing upstairs, Rosalie unexpectedly heard Isabella's inner thoughts. She had no experience in distinguishing

the difference between spoken words and

confirm whether Isabella had spoken or not, for Chris voices. Plus, from her angle, she couldn't-

response didn't seem out of place either.

After Rosalie returned to her room, her phone kept ringing with relentless incoming calls.

Rosalie quickly answered it, only to hear the caller snap at her. "Why didn't you answer my calls?" Almost

immediately, the caller seemed to realize he was too fierce and lowered his voice, controlling his temper. "I'll get

worried when | can't reach you, so don't do this next time."

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