Chapter: 1584

As they opened the door, they saw Joanna alone on the sofa, distractedly responding to messages.

“Regardless, you deserve my thanks, Norah," Susanna insisted.

After reconciling with her mother, she cherished the time spent with her, staying close whenever she wasn‘t with Phillip.

“Joanna, we're here,” Susanna called out energetically.

Joanna set down her phone, her cheeks tinged with pink. “You're here. Come sit down. I have something important to discuss with you."

The two of them sat down, and Joanna served drinks, the table adorned with an array of premium wines, hinting at a night of lengthy conversations.

Joanna shifted uneasily. "Actually, I have something to tell you too."

Norah picked up a glass of wine and took a sip. “Oh, am I here to be the listener today? What do you need my advice on Joanna blushed deeply and downed her wine in one go, the glass clinking loudly as she set it back on the table. “Norah, Susanna, I think my coach... I think Duncan has feelings for me."

Norah and Susanna looked at her calmly and asked in unison, “And then?"

“That's all. I've been spending every day with him lately. The more time I spend with him, the more I feel he treats me differently. I need your advice on what I should do."

With that, Joanna took another large gulp of wine, appearing troubled.

She had once vowed in front of Norah that she wouldn't be with any other men for the rest of her life. Yet, she was now realizing she might have feelings for Duncan too.

With this realization, she had called her friends to discuss what to do next.

Susanna held her wine glass, “Joanna, how do you feel about him?"

“I'm not looking to start a relationship, but the thought of not seeing him again makes me hesitant. He's really kind and has taught me so much. I'm not even sure if what I feel is love or just admiration."

Joanna rubbed her forehead in confusion. She was still trying to understand her own feelings, which were murky at best.

Norah offered a serene smile, “Joanna, don’t you already know the answer?"

“What do you mean?"

“You don't want him to leave. You want him to stay by your side. That means you want to be with him," Norah remarked.

Joanna's cheeks flushed at Norah's direct words. She quickly took another sip of wine. “Norah, you're too straightforward! But, can I really be with him?"

“It's not about whether you can be with Duncan, but whether you want to. Your family just wants you to be happy," Norah told Joanna.

Susanna nodded, “Exactly. As long as I love the person, who cares about his status? Phillip might not be wealthy, but I love him dearly.”

Both of her friends had been together with their partners for some time; hence, Joanna sought their advice. The response was as she expected, yet it still left her with doubts.

“Duncan may appear tough, but he's genuinely a good man." Norah gave a sly smile and began persuading her.