It was evident that Jackson was telling us the truth as Nick’s left eye was bruised.
Macy wanted to probe further for gossip. “Nothing else happened? Both of you slept on one bed and were both drunk!”
“I am straight. Stop spouting nonsense!” Nick exclaimed in frustration.
Macy sighed at the lack of exciting stories. “Hurry up! Let’s head out to grab some food.”
Jackson and Nick both headed into the bathroom together. Macy said mockingly, “He’s straight? Yet, they are showering together?”
The bathroom was huge. It seemed normal to me that two guys were sharing the shower to save time. Once again, Macy with her amazing wild thoughts.
I felt a vibration in my pocket. Anthony texted me: Where are you?
I replied: At a Hotel.
He probed: Meeting a friend?
I replied: Yes!
Macy raised her eyebrows and commented, “It seems like Anthony has been keeping a close eye on you.”
“It’s probably because of the baby.”
Anthony sent another text: I’ve signed you up for a class and sent you the details. Don’t forget to attend!
I read his text and mentally did a facepalm. I replied: Alright!
I kept my phone and asked Macy, “Are you interested in joining prenatal yoga class?”
“Nope!” She shook her head. “I plan to return to my hometown after Jackson returns to M Country.”
I nodded and didn’t say anything else.
Nick and Jackson were done showering and had changed into their outfits.
Nick looked at me and furrowed his brows. “You two know each other?”
“Yup, we were high school classmates!”
“Let’s grab lunch together!” It was just a coincidence. It seemed like Jackson and Nick knew each other since college.
I was surprised that they knew each other even though Nick was a few years younger than us. I wonder how they met.
Over at the restaurant.
After lunch, Nick left as he had plans, and Macy left due to an emergency.
Jackson thought for a while and suggested, “Let’s chat at a cafe.” It was hard for me to bring up the topic of my loss of sexual desire.
It was hard for me to bring up the topic that I was frigid.
I gathered my courage and brought it up. Even though Jackson was usually the joker, he switched to his professional mode and explained, “It’s likely caused by psychological factors, which would require Anthony’s help.”
I frowned. “I do not want him to know about this!”
“What are you afraid of? You are the victim here, so stop overthinking! Anthony has the right to know about this too.” He further exclaimed, “You have a mental barrier, and you’re assuming that Anthony had slept with Rylee, which caused your body to withdraw any physical interactions with him.”
I felt a little embarrassed but continued, “B-But I’ve never felt like this before.”
“That was because you trusted that Anthony would not cheat on you no matter how attractive other women are. However, after you heard those rumors, you started to have doubts. You couldn’t accept the fact that he was not clean, so your body then reacted by being immune to getting aroused by him.”
“Will this illness disappear if I don’t love him anymore?” After all, I got this illness after getting together with Anthony.
Jackson furrowed his brows and explained, “It’s hard to say. The only way to know is to try it out with other guys. You could try to test if you get aroused by other guys.”
I rolled my eyes at him and changed the topic. “When are you returning to M Country?”
“Probably within these few days. I’ll stay for a few more days to observe your condition to see how long you can survive!” Jackson teased.
I glared at him and finished the juice. “Please enjoy your dinner alone. I’ve got to leave as there is some stuff I need to attend to.”
He gave me a look of discontent and exclaimed, “I came all the way here, and you guys are all leaving me by myself! Why can’t y’all accompany me around J City?”
“You are already so familiar with this place. If you need to borrow a car, I can lend it to you. I really need to go.” I passed my car keys to him and left the cafe, headed to the yoga class.
I had been a lazy bum all my life. After half an hour of yoga, I was exhausted.
My phone kept on ringing while I was resting. It was from an unknown number. I did not answer the call and continued with my practice.
When I was just about to leave, Anthony called. I answered, and he exclaimed, “Quick, come to the hospital now! Macy and Jared got into an accident!”
My heart skipped a beat. There was no time to waste, so I hurried over.
Anthony and Joe were waiting at the ER. My legs were sore as I ran over, and I almost fell.
Anthony noticed and rushed forward to catch me. “Macy had a slight graze on her scalp. She’s in the dressing room and will be out soon.”
I sighed a breath of relief and looked at the ER and asked in concern, “How serious is Dr. Crest’s condition?”
“Jared is still in critical condition. Your best friend must’ve jinxed him.”
The person who would have made such a remark was none other than Joe.
That was not my first time hearing such remarks from him, so I ignored them. I looked at Anthony and asked, “What happened?”
He brought me over to take a seat and explained, “Macy and Jared quarreled in the car. Jared got distracted, drove past the red lights, and crashed into a delivery truck. Macy injured her head while Jared is still in the ER.”
I was stunned. “Any other persons injured?”
“The truck driver died in the crash,” Anthony informed regretfully. “I’ve already sent Joseph to handle the matter. You don’t need to worry too much.”
I sat on the chair with my hands trembling. Joe glared at me and said in sarcasm, “Wow, I didn’t know Sienna was so easily scared.”
“Joe, that’s enough!” Anthony yelled in frustration.
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