“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.

a dismissive flip of 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.

a resigned yet defiant smile, Jessie assured

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with me, Melissa?” It was clear, in that moment, that Melissa was Jessie's anchor in the

the decision. Going could mean risking her job, not to mention the promise she made

other option, Melissa called Marcus, her voice tight with concern. His immediate understanding of the situation took her by surprise.

Melissa

like you're just catching up, Miss Brown. Maybe it shows

moment, Melissa wasn't in the mood for jests or jabs at her professional

it or not?” “Of

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