Sweet Shopping

"It's been too long. I forgot," Edward said casually.

What difference was there between saying it and not saying it? 

She looked at Edward unhappily. However, Edward deliberately ignored her. 

He changed the topic. "Are you going back to Lawrence Enterprise?"

"No, I'm going to buy your father a birthday present." Jeanne was a little indignant. Even though she had been schemed against by Old Man Swan, she still had to show him respect. 

"Didn't you already give it to him just now?" Edward raised his eyebrows.

"No. I have to let your old man know he owes me a favor."

"...Smart." Edward praised her. 

Jeanne smiled.

At least, in the future, when they encountered some troubles, perhaps they could give each other a way out. 

Jeanne struggled to get out of Edward's embrace. She had always been swift and decisive. She would do whatever she wanted.

"I'll be heading off now."