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Chapter 351

Jerome returned to the Schultz family estate, only to find Bellina standing at the door, clutching her phone, anxiously awaiting his arrival

Her delicate, beautiful features were clouded with anger and resentment.

The moment Jerome stepped out of the car, she stormed over, fuming, “Jerome, what took you so long?”

Her face was full of grievance, and her big, expressive eyes shimmered as if on the verge of tears.

In the past. Jerome would have been distressed, his heart aching for her.

But now, he remained indifferent. His response was brief: “Got delayed.”

“Come inside. We’re heading to the airport soon,” he added, his voice devoid of warmth, neither cold nor distant–just empty

Bellina found this unfamiliar.

Jerome, do you not like me anymore?” she pouted, clinging onto his arm, her voice dripping with grievance. “You’re acting like you don’t even want to talk to me. You were never like this before.”

Jerome didn’t push her away, but he no longer indulged her either. His smile was faint, almost perfunctory. “You’re overthinking it.”

Bellina, undeterred, bounced beside him cheerfully. “Jerome, when we get married, I’ll always be with you. You’ll never be lonely again! And don’t worry, I won’t hold last night against you!”

Jerome’s handsome face remained impassive.

After a long pause, he finally gave a lukewarm response. “Alright.”

Bellina’s eyes gleamed with mischief. “So, what did they say when you dropped off the camera? Are they still treating you like they used to? It’s fine, though–you have me.”

“Mm.” Jerome curled his lips into a faint, unreadable smile.

Seeing him smile, Bellina beamed as well. “Jerome, once we get our marriage certificate, can I start calling you ‘husband“?”

She switched gears effortlessly–what should have been taboo now seemed natural, even affectionate, under her radiant smile.

To any outsider, they would look like an enamored young couple.

siblings who had always

matter how far she pushed the boundaries, Jerome would never abandon her. Even if it cost him

heard that Henry–the world–renowned photographer–is shooting Joycelyn’s wedding photos. Can you ask her to introduce him

grasp, she felt entitled to

approach

tight. Just book whatever top photographer is available,” Jerome said smoothly. He neither wanted to

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give Bellina an excuse to stir up

getting married is a big deal! I don’t want to settle for just anyone!” Bellina instantly let go of his arm, standing her ground, her frustration

heard they’re throwing a huge birthday party for Joycelyn. Meanwhile, we have to keep our wedding quiet and low- key. Are

complaints, Lily and Richard rushed out from the living room.

only care about your real daughter now! You don’t love me anymore!” Bellina sobbed, plopping down on the ground, throwing a full–blown tantrum. “I used to get the best of everything.

as a desperate plea for attention,

let out a weary sigh. “Belle,

have what you want, you don’t care anymore! You think I’m being

cold,” Richard said, his heart as soft as ever toward his adopted daughter.

a headache coming

feared that if he left, Bellina would only escalate further. With a sigh, he crouched

was abandoned, because no one wants me. I know I’m just a substitute, but Jerome, you were the one who hurt me first!”

played the

care! Look, they went out and didn’t invite you.

an overwhelming

as he was about to pacify her, his phone buzzed several times in his pocket.

react, Bellina snatched it from him, unlocking the screen

siblings

and took a family photo without me! I’m still a Schultz, aren’t I?!” Bellina burst

an opportunity to play the victim, even going so far as to accuse Joycelyn of

the only sh

of a photo shoot, suddenly

a cold?” Ellison asked, deeply

I just have a feeling someone’s bad–mouthing me behind my

Ellison, dressed in traditional attire, looking

“Darling, you look ridiculously

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