She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1357:

“Melvin, this was your room, wasn’t it?”

“It’s yours now,” he said, settling into the smaller bedroom down the hall. The apartment had three bedrooms, two living areas, and two bathrooms. It was conveniently close to his office.

“How much is the rent? I’ll send you my share,” Jessica said, pulling out her phone, eager to ease into his world.

“No need. I own this place,” Melvin replied, his tone growing serious as he recalled the car that had tailed them earlier. “Let’s talk about those people following us.”

Jessica froze, unsure how to respond.

Melvin pressed gently, “Who are they to you?”

Jessica bit her lip, struggling to find the right words. Telling the truth would unravel the fibs she’d told about her job, sparking a flood of questions. But dodging the truth left her stuck.

“Did you upset someone?” Melvin asked, noticing how tense she’d been earlier.

an excuse. “It’s a

time,” he said

explain?” she asked,

to more, and she couldn’t keep them straight forever. If he brought

You decide if you want to share,” Melvin said, his voice gentle yet firm. “But if those people are trouble, let me know

Jessica said,

master bedroom. “There’s

Jessica said with a

gave a quick nod and headed

lips. She didn’t stay long in the living room. Instead, she slipped into the master bedroom to unpack, hanging her clothes neatly in

on g alno vels

Melvin in the kitchen to lend a hand, her phone rang. It was

the door, and answered,

you living with that guy?” Roland’s voice