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.

Willow’s assistant scurried behind her carrying her bags, Harrison expressed his concern for Jocelyn. “Can you handle her on your

as there’s no brawl, I can handle

patted his shoulder. “Relax, she’s too concerned with her image to

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

that Willow might cling to Melvin, making things uncomfortable

case, it might be a

considered her point and found some logic in it.

you’re

have to keep her cool. It’s actually better

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

the car door for

with his gaze lingering on Jocelyn. Suddenly, he released the

unsteady from the force of his hug, just smiled. ‘Don’t make it sound so

want to take you home, Harmson’s voice was husky,

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month. If I left now. I’d disappoint the kids

knew it was just a wishful

me know,” Harrison said with

out

than he did, and that one step behind made Harrison feel

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softly agreed, understanding his concern.

he yeamed to take her away from that other

fit of pettiness, Harrison secretly hoped something would happen between Melvin and the

Harrison reminded

“Okay.”

he started the car and closed the door,

back and

a deep breath, Harrison fired up the

back. “Let me know when you get

Jocelyn stood by the roadside, watching until it disappeared

the rear-view mirror, felt the

her to be untrustworthy or force her into anything. With resolve, he hit the gas and sped up.

out of

car was no longer visible, then turned to walk

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

She doesn’t bother me, Jocelyn was unfazed. “I’m going to take a walk up the mountain

to give them a chance?” Ursula couldn’t stand Willow’s pretense. That woman’s eyes betrayed disdain for the rustic setting,