She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1362:

Relief washed over Jessica and she gave a small nod. Deep down, she understood he was doing this to help her, not because he cared for her romantically. That was fine by her. If they were faking now, maybe making it real one day wouldn’t be impossible.

Testing the waters, Jessica said, “Next month, I want you to come home with me to meet my parents. They’ve been worried since I moved out. If you come along, maybe it’ll give them some peace of mind.”

“Of course,” Melvin agreed without hesitation.

Jessica picked up her fork again and dove into her food, her mood lighter than it had been in a long time. If she had known Melvin would be this easygoing, she would have dragged him into this sooner, instead of waiting all that time abroad.

“Actually, there’s something else…” Melvin interrupted her thoughts.

With her cheeks full, Jessica glanced up at him, her eyes shining.

Melvin gave her a gentle warning. “Just so you know, Anita International has a strict rule. Office romances are forbidden. If you want to keep our fake relationship going, maybe think about transferring to Briggs Group.”

She

the rule for ages. Ellis Lambert resigned back then just so he could

there

shook his head, not budging.

there. A job at Briggs Group meant seeing Melvin only after hours, which wasn’t nearly

thinking for a moment, Jessica said, “Let me think about it.” She picked up her phone and waved him off. “You go ahead. I’ve got a call

shot her a quick look but decided

out onto the balcony alone. After hesitating, she dialed a

stories are at

finally picked up, the voice on the other end was soft but distant.

it’s me—Jessica.” She scratched her head, feeling awkward. “Do you mind

“Sure. What’s up?”

true that office romances are forbidden

sure if the rule still stands. I’ll check with Melvin, since he’s the one