S3 111. Tense and Hot

Ava’s eyebrows pressed against her forehead. She didn’t expect Jeremy to speak that clearly in front of his mother.

“W-what do you mean, Sir? Eva could say that because I was staying

at your house. She thought we were familiar. She misunderstood.”

Jeremy sighed in resignation. “I don’t like pretending, Ava. Our relationship doesn’t need to be hidden anymore.”

Ava was stunned. Before her brain could think of a word, Jeremy grabbed her wrist, inviting her to turn to face Vivian.

“Mom, Ava and I are planning to get married.”

Ava’s mouth opened wider. Her eyes moved around observing Jeremy’s seriousness, Vivian’s surprise, and her own heartbeat.

“J-Jeremy….”

Suddenly, Vivian burst out laughing. Happiness radiated brightly from her face. “Did I hear correctly? Are you planning to get married?”

While Ava was dazed, Jeremy nodded firmly. “Yes, Mom. I am determined to make Ava mine.”

Ava s

sighed in disbelief. Her hands waved. “Wait-”

However, Vivian was already hugging her. “This is really exciting. Finally my son has made a choice. Thank you for being in his life, Darling.”

Ava started to sweat. Her body was hot and cold thinking about how to clear up the misunderstanding.

“Sorry, Mrs. Bell. Can I talk to Jeremy for a moment?”

As

on as Vivian let go of the hug, Ava grabbed Jeremy and dragged him. “Why did you tell that lie to your mother?” she whispered after reaching a safe distance.

Jeremy frowned. “I’m not lying. Didn’t we agree last night?”

“When did I say I wanted to marry you?”

“You didn’t reject me last night and you didn’t argue when I said I wanted to get married.”

Ava took a deep breath. “But I didn’t say I wanted to get married.”

shook his head slowly. “You thought I was joking when I said that? I don’t want to be

decision, Sir. We need to consider all

my wife, I have the right to always protect

Her gaze was straight and sharp.” Marriage is an agreement between two parties. A reciprocal relationship between partners who give and receive,

“I know it.”

If we get married, only you will give, while I receive. Only I will get the pleasure, while you will be harmed. You should look for a girl who

knitted together. His head shook in disagreement. “You didn’t harm me at

is wrong. Did you hear what the people in the boutique said? I didn’t want to bother

received so far, and

you think it will protect me, no.

“listen

through her hand movements. “I appreciate your good intentions. Thank you for caring about me

mother.”

Vivian, she just nodded while muttering, “Sorry, Mrs. Bell. I

Vivian let out a heavy sigh. Her gaze then fell

I ask you

raised a stiff eyebrow.

did you

stunned. “Is

proposed yet?” Vivian stared

“I only stated my intentions seriously. She should

Uncle Jeremy

turned around, the boy turned out to be folding his arms with his eyes narrowed.

how Daddy proposed to Mommy or Philip when he proposed to Auntie.”

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even though Ava seems indifferent, actually she also needs a romantic proposal. All women

Jeremy. This time, you lost badly to four year

a simple girl. She doesn’t like

her son’s cheek, “as a man, you should give your partner what she deserves. Giving is not only what she needs or wants, but also about sincerity. How serious

not everything has to be kept under wraps. For example, when I feel happy because of Louis, I say thank you while giving

enough, I feel more appreciated if Emily hugs me.

embracing each other’s

said in a

Jeremy glanced at Vivian.

You are a spontaneous person and trust your intuition more. But dealing with women requires strategy. Learn from your brother’s experience. How did he win Kara’s heart?” Jeremy let out a faint breath. In fact, he was the

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ow about

advice. Now how we go to the office?

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