How could Hayley Cole know that the "pitiful" man she thought she needed to save had a completely different expression once she left? His face no longer showed fragility or disbelief.
James Reed picked up his chopsticks, selected a piece of food to eat, his face full of enjoyment and a smile.
He didn't need to do anything now; all he had to do was wait for Hayley Cole to exert her efforts behind the scenes for him.
Hayley Cole possessed such great resources; wouldn't it be a waste not to use them?
Especially for a rebellious girl like Hayley Cole, once she's committed to something, she would undoubtedly stick to it stubbornly.
If pursued by her, she might give him everything she could offer.
Hmm, when the time is right, he can then be "moved" by her sincerity, accomplishing a memorable tale.
In this way, he wouldn't be a heartbreaker, still longing for Ophelia Wilson, but merely overwhelmed by Hayley Cole's genuine intentions.
