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

moment to shine.

in the foyer, Marie walked over and followed her gaze outside, saying, “Mr. Bryce is too polite,” she commented. “Wouldn’t even stay for dinner

around with me for days. He needs

“Well, it’s good you’re back, Ms Estrella. The house has been like a ship without its captain with you gone. Mr. Jason’s been

her eyes still fixed on the

and gave Estrella a wave from the

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passenger window.

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“Get inside.”

on,” Estrella called

even better after this business trip. Marie mused about Jason’s absence at the airport, fearing that if he continued to neglect Estrella, Estrella might just be swept

…

Bryce dialed a number the moment they

Jason now?”

darkened with every word. He ended the call abruptly. He chose not to confide in Estrella this

to marry Jason had been unwise from the start.

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

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phone rang as soon as she stepped inside. It was Jason. Shé stared at the screen for a

was soft but strained.

Estrella replied, her voice

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

was calm, her resolve to divorce unshaken by his calls and messages. Now, she didn’t even care to ask what kept him

stay indoors, but Estrella abruptly ended the call. If only Jason could

all, she’d managed just fine without his ‘concerns’ over the

that marrying anyone would be better than marrying him. It was said in anger then, but reflecting on it now, it seemed true. Even Bryce cared more for her than Jason did.