30 Days till I Divorce My Husband (Estrella and Jason)

Chapter 181

Hearing Estrella’s question, Bryce turned around leisurely and smiled, “So you thought that if you and Jesse kept mum, I’d be clueless?”

At Bryce’s words, Estrella’s smile faltered. No wonder Bryce bought so many sour snacks this time. No wonder he insisted on joining her business trip when dropping her off at the airport. It made sense why he showed up in Harmony Springs almost immediately after she did, and why he insisted on a 24-hour vigil and claimed the couch for his bed.

He knew everything.

Bryce had a faint smile on his lips and took his right hand out of his pocket to ruffle Estrella’s hair. “Don’t worry, I won’t breathe a word to anyone, especially not Jason. But hey, if you ever need anything, just give me a buzz. I’ll be there faster than pizza delivery.”

Bryce was all seriousness now, a far cry from the usual carefree, rough-around-the-edges

guy she knew. He was like this only on the rare when Estrella was feeling

down, taking on the role of her steadfast protector. Back when she and Jason had gotten their marriage license, Bryce had been just as earnest, assuring her she’d regret it.

Estrella managed a weak smile, patting Bryce on the shoulder. “Thanks, Bryce. You’re a gem.”

Bryce pinched her cheek lightly. “It’s chilly out, get inside. And whatever Jason says, don’t take it to heart. Men aren’t worth your peace.

Estrella chuckled. “I know.”

“Head in then,” Bryce nudged.

“Alright.” With a nod to Bryce, Estrella turned and stepped into the foyer. Bryce watche

and then strode off toward the yard with a casual wave goodbye.

her go

Watching Bryce’s departure, a warm feeling spread through Estrella. For all his bluster, Bryce was far more attentive than Jason, full of ambition and capability, just waiting for

to shine.

and followed her gaze outside, saying, “Mr. Bryce is too polite,” she commented. “Wouldn’t even stay

around with me for days.

you’re back, Ms Estrella. The house has been like a ship without

eyes still fixed on the yard.

into his Maybach and gave Estrella a

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passenger window.

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“Get inside.”

know. Go on,” Estrella called

relationship with Bryce had become even better after this business trip. Marie mused about Jason’s

…

the Maybach, Bryce dialed a number the moment they left the driveway.

Jason now?”

He ended the call abruptly. He chose not to confide in Estrella this time. With her pregnancy, he couldn’t bear to add to her disappointments, even though

been unwise from the

Noticing Bryce’s gloomy expression, the driver decided it was best not to

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she stepped inside. It was Jason. Shé stared at the screen for

home?” Jason’s voice was soft but

Estrella replied, her voice flat.

had to deal with something last minute, so I sent Drew to pick you up. Stay home. I’ll back once I’m done,” Jason explained, his worry

messages. Now, she didn’t even care to ask what kept him so occupied. His affairs were of no interest

Jason could be as attentive and organized as Bryce, she might be inclined to listen to his advice and respond

the thought. After all, she’d managed just fine without his ‘concerns’

marrying him. It was said in anger then, but reflecting on it now, it seemed true. Even Bryce cared more for