Avery's heart sank.

They were incompatible with each other.

Did Ben say that or Elliot?

Elliot decided not to get entangled with her. In that case, it must be him that felt that they were incompatible with each other which was why he told Ben that!

"Avery, why are you in a daze? Did I say something wrong again?" Mike was a little nervous. "Chad was there too. He could be the witness that Ben really said that."

"I do believe you." Avery picked up her utensils. She quickly collected her thoughts. "Since he finds us incompatible, then I'll respect his opinion!"

"Oh, why do I sense a hint of disappointment in your tone? Don't you hate him? Since he has decided not to get hung up over you, shouldn't you be happy?" Mike never knew when to hold his tongue.

It was not like he had never been in love. Of course, he knew why Avery was disappointed.

Avery hated Elliot because Elliot did not relieve her of her anger. If Elliot were to continue coaxing her, once her anger subsided, she could