Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 946

Lena was led by Aaron into the courtyard, where the old persimmon tree stood bare, save for a single stubborn leaf clinging on. Despite enduring heavy rains and countless cold winds, that lone leaf remained, defying nature–truly a resilient “leaf warrior.”

The chilly wind stirred, making the branches sway, and the air felt even colder.

Lena’s heart pounded, and inexplicable sweat formed on her back despite the cold. A sense of nervousness and unease filled her.

The hand Aaron had held felt warmer than her other hand. She clasped her hands together to feel that warmth. “Uncle, I’ve told you before, your actions will hurt Grandma and Grandpa.”

Aaron didn’t respond. His deep, penetrating gaze fixed on her, burning with intensity.

Lena avoided his eyes, instead focusing on the buttons of his coat.

“You wanted to know the reason, didn’t you?” His melodious voice broke the silence above

her.

Her throat tightened, and her heartbeat quickened. “Uncle, no matter the reason, you shouldn’t-”

reason is you,” Aaron

hands, clasped together, trembled. She looked up abruptly, meeting his profound gaze that seemed like a whirlpool, threatening to pull her

she averted her eyes. “Uncle, don’t say that. Mom already suspects me. If she hears this, she’ll scold me to death.”

no blood ties to the Ace family, that I can be with you,” Aaron said, his

mind buzzed as if someone had struck her with a heavy

occasional hints had not gone unnoticed. But hearing him say it

kept it from you. But you must have felt it. So I’m asking you now–will you

herself anymore. She seemed trapped in

called her name softly, reaching out to

sharply, nearly stumbling in the process. Shaking her head furiously, she said, “Uncle, stop saying

anything else.”

it now. You don’t have to rush to answer. I won’t force you. I just want

feel,” Aaron’s

“I won’t think about

her back was drenched in sweat–a sensation of heat

why he had suppressed his feelings for so long. But even after years of restraint, he had still

everything. I’ll pave the way so you won’t