“Jessie?”

Melissa's voice was tinged with concern, her body frozen, unsure how to approach her.

Jessie, however, seemed to have arrived at a serene acceptance.

“Thank you for making that call, Melissa. But there's no need to plead with that man on my behalf,” she said, her tone light but firm.

“So, he's chosen to marry on the same day, hasn't he?” Melissa was at a loss, unsure of what to say.

her hair and a carefree smile, Jessie declared, “Don't worry about me. I've made up my mind. I'm going to live for myself from now on. The engagement is off.” Jessie's voice, shaky and raw, broke through the tense silence. “I'm going to Heron." “Jessie”

defiant smile,

to see it for myself-close this chapter, so to speak. After that, even if Albert were

you... could you come with me, Melissa?” It was clear, in that

the weight of the decision. Going could mean risking her job, not to mention the promise she made to Marcus about returning

refuse Jessie, her friend in need? With no other option, Melissa called Marcus, her voice tight with concern. His immediate understanding

Melissa

playful. “Seems like you're just catching up, Miss Brown. Maybe it shows where you stand with

mood for jests or

chase, she asked, “Are you okay with it or not?”

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