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.

quick goodbye to Hannah and her

to accompany her And Jocelyn agreed, not

in hand, surrounded by a graveyard of stubs. He must have

you, is he?” Ursula asked, her concern palpable

steered them

whispered, keeping an eye on Melvin.

her pace.

tugged at her. “Why run? He can’t do anything to you The more you bolt, the more

Jocelyn

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

he’s a jerk who wanted to have his cake and eat it. You dumped him because he did you wrong. You’ve done nothing to

all this, but emotions weren’t swayed by logic. Otherwise, why would anyone

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

Jocelyn was adamant

ex should be like a ghost in your

her friend’s evasion. “The more you do this,

apter

unless one of you leaves the town, if he’s determined, you’re bound to cross paths.”

He nodded slightly

frowned. “Since you know, you

with her,” Melvin said, addressing

still warned, “She has

eyes darkened, but he stayed

said, “I’ll be right over there,” indicating she’d be watching over.

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first time in ages, Jocelyn felt her anxiety spike.

had stepped away, even breathing

you know why I’m here?” Melvin asked, locking eyes

to sound

to

Jocelyn remained silent

sensing her coldness, spoke with a hint of flippancy. “I think

narrowed as she

a boyfriend.”

unimpressed

chest tightened. “Is that your excuse for not

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