She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1365:

“No,” Melvin said flatly, unsure why his usually steady heart felt so rattled. “I’ve got work. Go watch TV or something.”

“I’d rather stay with you,” Jessica said softly.

“You don’t have to.”

“But I want to,” Jessica insisted, her excuses endless. “If you won’t let me keep you company, then charge me rent. I feel bad living here for free.”

Melvin’s cool gaze softened, a flicker of something in his eyes.

After a moment, he gave in. “Fine, but no kissing. Promise.”

“Deal,” Jessica said instantly, her eyes sparkling. “If you say no, I won’t kiss you.”

“Okay,” he muttered quietly.

while Jessica sat

it was the long day or a restless night, but soon her eyes fluttered shut. She drifted

again and opened his mouth to speak, but then he saw her closed eyes and peaceful face. Her long lashes cast soft shadows, and her skin looked so delicate in the dim light. She seemed calm

he brushed a stray hair from her cheek without thinking. Realizing what

shut his computer, carried her to the bedroom, tucked

the time he finished, it

a snack, a message

staying single forever?” Gerard

Melvin frowned, confused.

Jessica is as busy as you and has never dated. You two were classmates

for

your next story

“Shoot,” Gerard replied.

and hesitated. “If a girl

should I know? I’m not a girl!” Gerard