Chapter 265
Half an hour later, when the villagers of Glimmering Lake took the minibus back, Estrella could finally consider her work temporarily done. She watched the bus disappear into the distance, feeling the weight in her heart lift with it. Justice had been served for the people of Glimmering Lake, and the threat of fluoride contamination was now a thing of the past. “Estrella,” Grayson’s voice called from behind, snapping her out of her reverie. She turned
with a smile and walked over to him.
“You did great, Estrella,” Grayson complimented her.
With a playful grin, she teased, “Ah, what an honor to be praised by you, Grayson.”
Grayson’s laughter brightened, and he reached out to ruffle her hair affectionately.
Estrella laughed as well. Each time she concluded a case, she experienced significant growth and a newfound clarity in her perspective.
Her laughter caught Jason’s attention, and he gently cupped her face with his right hand. “You’ve worked hard.” Others saw her triumphs and accolades, but Jason saw her
dedication and effort.
His tenderness warmed her, and she replied, “You’ve had your hands full too during this
time.”
Jason had been taking care of Isaac while Estrella was swamped with work. Isaac hadn’t retreated into himself due to Estrella’s absence, and for that, Estrella was profoundly grateful.
Ignoring the audience, Jason pulled her into an embrace, his actions speaking louder than words. Estrella was taken aback by this sudden hug. She hadn’t even been this emotional after winning the case, yet here he was, overcome with excitement.
She rested her hands lightly on his waist, teasing, “What’s wrong? Got your own
grievances? Need me to represent you in a case?”
Grayson, standing nearby, couldn’t help but chuckle at the scene.
Unfazed by Estrella’s playful jab, Jason just nuzzled into her neck and murmured, “Let me hold you.”
Estrella gently chided, tugging at his shirt, “Grayson is still here, you know.”
But Jason didn’t care. And he kissed her cheek!
speechless. Was this the same Jason
perhaps there was even a hint of fear in him. Fear that
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slip through his fingers.
pushed him away with a smile, “A hug’s enough. Don’t be like Isaac, sticking around with
“Babe, let’s
you hear my heartbeat? Am I moved? If I
falling
teased, “Grayson might still need to eat lunch. Don’t ruin his appetite.”
You two do what you need to.”
by Bryce and
prying herself
so cool, Estrella.”
you,” she replied, sharing a hug with Jesse.
opened his arms for a hug, Jason swiftly pulled him back by the collar. Bryce broke into a sweat, “Man, you’re too jealous. There’s nothing between Estrella and me.”
Bryce
headed to
haven’t all been together like this in a long time. Let’s get
“Sounds good.”
“Sure thing.”
quickly agreed to Grayson’s proposal.
car parked outside the law firm, Jason watched over her silently. How had he let someone as wonderful
gaze filled with tenderness, Jason leaned
awake. Jason, startled by the
to the office. You get on with your day
pulled her back.
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up this afternoon,” Jason
the car,
kiss.
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