Chapter 3083

Albert’s gaze lingered on a larger box still in the drawer.

In previous years, he had always prepared a big gift for Jessie.

This year, however, it remained undelivered.

Though he seemed on the verge of speaking, no words came; nevertheless, Melissa intuited his thoughts.

Quietly, she mentioned, “Jessie might be getting engaged on Valentine’s Day.

Albert appeared taken aback.

“Engaged? That quickly?”

Realizing that his reaction wasn’t really appropriate, he composed himself with a slight smile.

“It’s actually natural for her to move on at her age.

The conversation ended there.

hotel, quickly packed her belongings, and headed for

the new year just days away, it wasn’t until she was safely aboard the plane that the reality

on her way back to Duefron, eager to reunite with Matthew after a month

not to call ahead, she hoped to surprise her

5:30 pm, she quietly unlocked the door, only to collide with someone as

up, she found herself face-to-face with

a dark sweater and carried a grey coat on

to leave

off-guard, Melissa fell into

held her with one hand and said

glanced around and said, “Julie just took Matthew

Marcus was

ask, like he anticipated her question, he said, “I brought

I’m leaving now!”

put on his coat, Marcus noticed Melissa’s suitcase and commented, “I’d like to have a word with

Are you available now?”

polite yet

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