Chapter 677

He gave Declan a friendly smile while saying this.

Honestly, he hadn't known Elena for long. They'd hit it off in conversation and he did feel a bit of goodwill, but that was as far as it went.

Now that he knew she was engaged and had kids, there was no question—he'd keep things strictly friendly from here on out.

"Thanks," Elena said with a smile, then gave Declan's arm a sharp twist.

"Hear that?