She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1403

Chapter 1403:

“Then I’ll call him back,” Jessica shot back, already imagining how it would play out. “You can try negotiating with him yourself, but if it goes badly, don’t be surprised if he shows up at your office with his secretary in tow.”

That was not an option. Just the thought made Jack’s head spin. If his dad stormed into his office like that, it would be an unmitigated disaster.

“Take me to Melvin’s home and do exactly as I say. I’ll tell you what to do when you get home,” Jessica said, her tone calm, confident, and unmistakably in control.

Jack, completely out of ideas and overwhelmed by the mess he’d found himself in, obediently followed her lead and drove her straight to Melvin’s place.

Melvin was still home, waiting. He had already been there for over an hour, and the fact that Jessica hadn’t returned yet had started to gnaw at him. He couldn’t help but wonder if something had happened.

He had sent her messages—none of which had been answered.

picked up his

his thumb hovered over the screen, a knock echoed

overthink it. He

froze for a beat, his lips pressing

place, not mine. And I brought someone with me this time,” Jessica said,

“Knocking seemed more respectful.”

slightly around the door

we come in?”

replied, his tone serious, his gaze flicking past her to land briefly on

wait here for me. I’ll grab my things and go with you,” Jessica said to Jack, pausing at the

gave a nod.

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