The Unwilling CEO’s Love Game

Chapter 144

The anival of Willow in this sleepy little village had Jocelyn convinced the world had gone mad.

Draped in a pristine designer down jacket with flawless makeup, Willow was a stark contrast to the rustic surroundings.

The village chiel was unfamiliar with the faces of celebrities. He had just been informed via telephone that a star was visiting their village. Oblivious to who she was, he felt obliged to welcome her.

He had seen on TV how celebrities would visit rural areas and experience the simple life for a few days. In turn, they would promote local development.

The village chief thought it rather fortuitous that a star had taken an interest in their little village. Word would get out, and the exposure could only be beneficial.

When Willow caught sight of Jocelyn, the surprise was mutual. Willow hadn’t expected to find Jocelyn here, but she quickly pieced together why Melvin might have sought refuge in such backwoods retreat.

“Jocelyn, what a coincidence!” Willow greeted, masking the awkwardness with her tone.

The village head was baffled.

Jocelyn knew this celebrity?

Jocelyn merely nodded slightly, showing no interest in engaging further.

Willow’s gaze shifted between Jocelyn and Harrison, a knowing look in her eyes. “So you two lovebirds finally nested. Congratulations.” Despite being polite by nature, Jocelyn wanted nothing more than to drop all pretenses of civility where Willow was concerned.

Harrison, aware of Jocelyn’s distaste for the woman, chose to ignore her.

Willow’s face stiffened at the snub. She hastily changed the topic, adopting an air of delight as she spread her arms wide, closed her eyes and took a deep breath. “Ah, the air’s so fresh here. No wonder Melvin ran off to this place.”

The village head was taken aback. Another acquaintance of Mr. Martinez’s?

It seemed like everyone from the city knew each other.

To be precise, ever since Jocelyn and Ursula had arrived, the village had been buzzing with activities.

So, the catalyst was Jocelyn and Ursula?

No, it was primarily Jocelyn.

Willow flashed a smile at Uriah. “Sir, could you show me to Melvin, please?”

Uriah could hardly decline. Guests, especially celebrities, were to be treated with respect for the sake of the village’s future.

Harrison expressed his concern for Jocelyn. “Can you handle her on

unfazed. “As long as there’s no brawl, I can handle

her image to make a scene. Plus, Ursula’s here. She’s got

worried about a fight. It’s her and Melvin…” Harrison trailed off, but

Willow might cling to Melvin, making things

chuckled. “You’re overthinking it. Even if that were the case, it might be a good thing. It’d help

considered her point and found

you’re

up some drama, she’ll have to keep her cool. It’s actually better if she’s here. She can take

didn’t want to leave her alone, but he had

Jocelyn urged, opening the car door for

his gaze lingering on Jocelyn. Suddenly, he released the door and pulled her

hug, just smiled. ‘Don’t make it sound so final. It’s not like we

voice was husky, his arms tightening around her. He

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stay here for a month. If I left now. I’d disappoint the kids

was just a wishful

teaching stint, let me know,” Harrison said with a complaining look, “Don’t let me be the last

out

the village earlier than he did, and that one step behind made Harrison feel like he had missed out

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understanding his

her bright eyes, he yeamed to take her away from that other man

would happen between Melvin and the star to

need anything,” Harrison reminded Jocelyn before finally

“Okay.”

started the car and closed the door,

stepped back and

breath, Harrison fired up the engine.

“Let me know when you get

car pulled away. Jocelyn stood by the roadside,

rear-view mirror, felt the urge to return for her

her into anything.

was out of mind, he thought

no longer visible, then turned to

have him stay longer? With that woman here, can you really

Jocelyn was unfazed. “I’m going

couldn’t stand Willow’s pretense. That woman’s eyes betrayed disdain for the rustic setting, unwilling to