The Unwilling CEO’s Love Game

Chapter 125

Chapter 125

Their eyes met briefly – just a few heartbeats of a moment – before Jocelyn quickly averted her gaze and spun on her heel to leave.

She was scared to face Melvin.

Truth be told, he was the one who should feel sorry. But the mere sight of him made her insides churn with unease. She couldn’t just brush it off and play it cool.

Jocelyn hurried back to the private party room, deliberately choosing the seat in the farthest corner as if to hide, as though she feared Melvin might come looking for her.

But then she scoffed at herself for being paranoid. How would Melvin know which private room she was in?

She shook her head at her own ridiculous thoughts. Maybe she was being a bit too self-involved.

She relaxed as the party around her surged with energy. A server pushed the door open, bearing a large platter of assorted snacks and a cooler full of beer and cocktails for the ladies.

The party-goers looked cunously at the birthday girl. “Did you order an extra grub?”

“I didn’t,” Hannah replied, equally puzzled.

The server clarified. These are from Mr. Martinez. Also, he’s taken care of your tab for the evening

Everyone instantly knew who it was. They all knew there was only one Mr. Martinez in their circle.

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The crowd started buzzing about how much clout Hannah had, for Melvin to not only send a feast their way but also pick up the tab The guy was generous

Ursula nudged Jocelyn playfully, “Hey, you think this is all for you?”

Jocelyn forced a smile, though she wasn’t sure how convincing it looked. “No way. It’s not my birthday. And even if it were, he’s the last person who should be picking up my tab.”

“What’s his reason, then? Ursula probed. “Do rich guys just have too much money and not enough ways to spend it?”

Jocelyn didn’t have an answer. But it dawned on her that Melvin knew she was here.

She had assumed that Melvin had moved on from her life and that she could continue her relationship with Harrison without interference

Yet, seeing Melvin again unsettled her, as if all her carefully laid plans could come undone at any moment.

jacket, said a quick goodbye to Hannah and her colleagues, and made an early

agreed, not wanting

the karaoke bar, Jocelyn spotted Melvin leaning against his car, a cigarette in hand, surrounded by a graveyard of stubs. He must have been waiting

waiting for you, is he?” Ursula asked,

deep breath and steered them

over,” Ursula whispered, keeping an eye

quickened her

more you bolt, the more he’ll think he’s got you wrapped around

halted Jocelyn in her

the sight of him. Other than staying far away, she didn’t know how

scared,” Ursula encouraged. “You don’t owe him money, or your life. He can’t do anything to you. Remember, he’s a jerk who wanted to have his cake and eat it. You dumped him because he did you wrong.

but emotions weren’t swayed by logic. Otherwise, why

run on clarity and understanding, but the maze of romantic feelings defies such order

Jocelyn was adamant

in your past, out of sight

the problem Ursula said, visibly anxious about her friend’s evasion. “The more you do this, the less likely you get

apter

town, if he’s determined, you’re bound to

them and stood in front. He nodded slightly at

frowned. “Since you know, you shouldn’t have

speak with her,” Melvin said, addressing Ursula.

“She has a

eyes darkened, but

be right over there,” indicating she’d be

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Melvin for the first time in ages, Jocelyn felt

Ursula had stepped away, even breathing seemed

Melvin

trying to sound indifferent, “No

didn’t want to

Jocelyn remained silent

her coldness, spoke with a hint of flippancy. “I think we should continue what we had.”

narrowed as she finally met his gaze.

have a boyfriend.”

scoffed, unimpressed “You don’t love him.”

tightened. “Is that your excuse

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