She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 1406

Chapter 1406:

As Melvin stepped inside, his gaze landed on the phone, catching his attention.

Jessica noticed and cut in sharply, “So, what’s this about?”

“I’ll help you pack,” he offered, moving further into the room.

“My clothes? How are you going to help with that?” Jessica teased, trying to rattle him. “What if you took something personal, like my underwear, and hid it?”

Melvin’s cheeks flushed. “I wouldn’t!” he shot back, flustered.

Jessica smirked, enjoying his discomfort. “Sure about that?”

“I mean it,” Melvin insisted, his ears now bright red. “If you’re worried, you can stay and keep an eye on me.”

Jessica’s teasing faltered, her heart caught in a tug-of-war.

he was kind, always had been. Even now, as she pushed his buttons, he stayed calm, only wanting her trust.

to now, he

broke her

she held

Melvin

Jessica replied, quick as

second thought, he handed over his

she added, “I’d rather you not listen

Melvin mumbled, reaching

blinked, confused. Was

opened the phone, handed

than he let on. Why

now on

wrong to snoop but needing answers. Was this “Mel”

fast—his chat list

She checked his contacts.