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.

had been. Even now, as she pushed his buttons, he stayed calm, only wanting her trust. How could she not

teenage days to now, he hadn’t

voice broke her

she said, brushing him off. Then, remembering his message, she held out her hand.

Melvin

replied, quick

thought, he

lingered, she added, “I’d

reaching for his

blinked, confused. Was

opened the phone, handed

only deepened her suspicions—he cared for her more than he let on. Why else

updates now on

Jessica opened an app, knowing it was wrong to snoop but needing answers. Was this “Mel” really

truth hit her fast—his chat

She checked his contacts.