Chapter 44

Bryce’s expression instantly darkened. “It’s been these years. Is Jason that sentimental? If he really cared that much, couldn’t he spare some of that affection for you?”

A soft chuckle escaped Estrella’s lips. “Cut it out, Bryce. You’re actually getting worked up

over this.”

The more Estrella laughed, the more Bryce’s brow furrowed in annoyance. No need to spell it out – after returning from the cemetery, Jason must have given her the cold shoulder.

If his heart belonged to someone else, why did he agree to this marriage? To wed her and leave her alone, what was that all about?

His

gaze turned icy as he faced Estrella. “Listen, Estrella, get a grip. And how can you be sure th

those fortune-tellers are right if you haven’t tested them yourself? Are you really going to tie yourself to Jason for life?”

Bryce, talking seriously and sternly, got a reluctant promise from Estrella to consider leaving Jason. His mood lightened only after she conceded.

They resumed their meal and light conversation until Estrella, wiping her hands with a napkin, stood up from the sofa. “I should head back. You should get some rest too.”

Bryce got to his feet as well. “Why go back? Someone waiting for you? Or someone to warm your bed?”

“As Estrella turned to leave, she swiftly kicked Bryce’s backside. “You are bold today, huh?”

Unfazed, Bryce patted his bottom and casually said, “Go on. Get washed up and hit the sack.”

going back pointless. She

with his hands tucked in his pockets, watched Estrella let go of the idea of returning

place and parked his car by the

without you saying a word. I won’t

Serene saved both you and me. She’s an innocent victim in all this. If I can’t make it through this

car window, lit a cigarette with his right

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in silence and finally started his car, heading towards

backyard, surprised to see him. “Mr. Jason, you’re

as he moved upstairs. Marie called out again, “Sir.”

and turned. Marie awkwardly informed

for Estrella, she added, “She seemed in a hurry. Must have

Estrella’s sudden departure, Jason’s face turned stormy. He pulled out his phone and dialed her number. His departure followed by

wiped her hands on her apron

left on the sofa, began to ring. Bryce, with the beer in his hand, came over. He saw it was Jason calling,

tossed the half-finished beer into the trash

without a

needed them and

end, Jason’s face grew even darker

found Bryce in the kitchen. He was preparing breakfast. With his mouth full, Bryce mumbled, “Clean up and eat. I ordered us

me know when you actually cook. Then

mouth with a napkin. “Even if I manage to cook, you

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