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.”

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

We need to consider all aspects. Good and bad, everything must be

With you being my wife, I have the right to always protect you. That way,

two parties. A reciprocal relationship between partners who give and receive, in

“I know it.”

we get married, only you will give, while I receive. Only I will get the pleasure, while you

me at all. I’m actually happy to be

sighed tiredly. “No, Jeremy. Your understanding is wrong. Did you hear what

for all the help I’ve received so far, and I don’t

me. If you think it will protect me, no. I don’t want to

Jeremy interrupted, “listen to me.”

hand movements. “I appreciate your good intentions. Thank you for caring about me all this time. Now if you’ll excuse

mother.”

bowed. When she passed Vivian, she just nodded while muttering, “Sorry, Mrs. Bell. I must see my

girl disappear behind the door, Vivian let out a heavy sigh. Her gaze

you a question?”

stiff eyebrow. “What?”

did you

“Is

haven’t proposed yet?”

innocently. “I only stated my intentions seriously. She should already know

Uncle Jeremy

voice. When he turned around, the boy turned out

woman needs a romantic proposal, Uncle, like how Daddy proposed to Mommy

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Ava seems indifferent, actually she also needs a

laughter when she heard the chatter of the two toddlers. “Jeez, Jeremy. This time, you lost badly to four

simple girl. She doesn’t

give your partner what she deserves. Giving is not only what she needs or wants, but also about sincerity. How serious are

because of Louis, I say thank you while giving him a hug. It’s much more meaningful than just

I think just saying thank you is enough, I feel more appreciated if Emily hugs me. I feel her affection is genuine.”

watched the two toddlers embracing each other’s shoulders. “Who

said in a proud tone.

mouth, Jeremy glanced at Vivian.

But dealing with women requires strategy. Learn from your brother’s experience. How did he win Kara’s

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we go to the office? Your

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