Chapter 20

Seeing the hopeful eyes of Matthew and Lindey, finally nodded.

But deep down, I promised myself: if Jace had any more dealings with Tanya, even after we got married, I'd leave him without a second thought.

Everyone at the table sighed in relief when I agreed, and the atmosphere turned warm and relaxed.

After dinner, I couldn't just leave.

Back in the bedroom, the awkwardness between Jace and me was even worse.

"You go take a shower," Jace broke the silence first.

Just then, my phone rang. It was Lena. I glanced at Jace. "You go ahead. I'll take this call."

Jace went into the bathroom, and I answered the phone. Lena's voice had a hint of accusation. "Rea, you didn't sleep at my place last night, and you're not here tonight either. you go back to Jace's?"

Did

middle of the

Jace are back together? Lena sounded

lip. "We're getting

a moment before asking,

the crescent moon outside. "People change. He blocked Tanya's contact and promised not to see her again. I want to give him

Rea, just remember you deserve someone who can make you feel secure and

chill on my back made me realize Jace was hugging me from behind. He wasn't wearing a shirt, just pajama pants. His arms, still damp from the shower,

my neck, gently nipping and sending shivers down my

he wanted, but I stopped his hand.

certificate tomorrow.

+15 BONUS

a shower and get some rest.

a prize

paused before

wasn't, so I made a quick

to the bathroom and stayed there for almost an

I came out.

indeed fallen asleep. His phone was on the nightstand, completely

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