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.”

knowing Harrison was the one who’d invited Jocelyn

much that they wished he’d marry her

really setting us up for some alone

with a mix of frustration and amusement.

consider your feelings, I’d definitely be part of your

chuckled, “What, planning on being the son-in-law who moves

too.

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

is. Life’s all about settling down and carrying on the family name.” Harrison understood, “But honestly, I do like the

—

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

about it sounds lovely.” she

me.” Harrison lamented

responded, “Don’t

a wistful smile, “Hopefully.”

reserved table. It was a rare occasion – their first

in and ordered, Willow and Ulla were guided to a nearby table. Jocelyn’s mood

with her sweet looks and a touch of boldness that made her quite likable.

for their friendship became clear their similar vibes were

unperturbed by guilt, greeted Jocelyn with

“You two should consider a sequel. I bet lots would love the story of lovers

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 to such

her chest tighten with indignation.

could Willow be

“Or wait, he’s not really your boyfriend, is he? You like to claim status, but does he

a nerve. Willow’s composure slipped and

when out and

with Melvin is none of your business, and not 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,