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

moment to shine.

“Mr. Bryce is too

for days.

Estrella. The house has been like a ship without its captain with you gone. Mr. Jason’s been downright lost.”

eyes still fixed on

gave Estrella a wave

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passenger window.

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Chapter 181

“Get inside.”

know. Go on,” Estrella called

disappeared from sight did Estrella turn back into the house. Marie, walking beside her, couldn’t help but feel that Estrella’s relationship with Bryce had become even better after this business trip. Marie mused about

dialed a number the moment they left the

Jason now?”

response was swift, but Bryce’s face darkened with every word. 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 she claimed

had been unwise from the

with both hands, the driver sneakily glanced at Bryce through the rearview mirror. Noticing Bryce’s gloomy expression, the driver decided it was best not to say anything. Bryce might seem carefree, but he was sharp. When he put his

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rang as soon as she stepped inside. It was Jason. Shé stared

voice was soft

her voice flat.

deal with something last minute, so I sent Drew to pick you up. Stay home. I’ll back once I’m

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

advised her to dress warmly and stay indoors, but Estrella abruptly ended the call. If only Jason could be as attentive and organized as Bryce, she might be inclined to listen to his advice and respond

all, she’d managed just fine without

thoughts drifted to an old argument with Jason. She had claimed that marrying anyone would be better than marrying him. It was said in anger then, but reflecting on it now, it seemed true.

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