The Unwilling CEO’s Love Game

Chapter 154

She lingered at the foot of the apartment building and sat on a bench rather than immediately ascending the

stairs.

Pulling out her cell, she scrolled through Twitter and a tweet from the village assistant, Uriah caught her eye It was good news: their village was getting a road upgrade. The construction team had already scoped out the area and charted out the new route with the goal of having driveways accessible within six months.

The town’s development plan also had an Intriguing proposal – planting apple trees.

Every fall, they’d harvest the apples and arrange for buyers to come directly to purchase the fruits, so that the locals wouldn’t have to sell by themselves.

More importantly, a company proposed to build a processing plant nearby. It promised to provide jobs for many in the area.

Though it was just a plan, it represented a beacon of hope for everyone.

At that moment, Jocelyn felt a surge of respect for Melvin, the man making it happen.

Regardless of his reasons or motivations, his actions spoke volumes, and she couldn’t help but give a thumbs-up to his post before heading upstairs.

The day before the school year kicked off, Harrison invited Jocelyn to dinner.

He had been back in Yanova City for a while but had been too swamped to meet up until now.

After picking her up, he suggested, “How about we invite your parents along?”

Checking the time, Jocelyn replied, “They’ve probably had dinner by now.””

“Just ask.”

“Alright.”

already eaten and, knowing Harrison was the one who’d invited Jocelyn out, reminded her daughter to

Harrison, so much that they wished he’d marry her right away.

for some alone time, huh?” Harrison joked,

with a mix of frustration and amusement.

consider your feelings, I’d definitely be part

being

anxious too. They’d probably pay someone to take me off

of parents.” Jocelyn mused. “Seems like there are plenty of folks not rushing to marry. It’s as if staying single is some kind of

I do like the idea of having a family.

—

for marriage and imagined he’d be a terrific husband and father. His future wife would be happy

you talk about it sounds lovely.” she

that happiness with me.” Harrison lamented with a

but simply responded, “Don’t worry, you’ll find the

offered a wistful smile, “Hopefully.”

to their reserved table. It was a rare occasion – their first dinner

were guided to a nearby table. Jocelyn’s mood

circle, with her sweet looks and a touch of boldness that made her

for their friendship became clear their similar vibes

greeted Jocelyn with bold familiarity.

interjected with a pointed look at Harrison. “You two should consider

as intense as finding a fly in her soup, which ruined her appetite completely. “Sorry, miss, but we don’t appreciate interruptions.” Harrison said, diplomatically showing her the door. Willow, usually unaccustomed

chest tighten with

Willow be so

your own boyfriend?” Harrison shot back sharply. “Or wait, he’s not really your boyfriend, is he? You like to claim status,

a nerve. Willow’s composure slipped and

declared his affection to her, much less confirmed her as his girlfriend. Willow sometimes claimed the title when out and about, and unless Melvin was present, she rarely corrected misunderstandings. But she dared not when he was

being his girlfriend doesn’t change a thing. He chose to be with me, in the end.” Willow retorted, refusing to concede. “Jocelyn, since you’ve found someone new, please keep your distance from Melvin. You’re a