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.”

mom, Daisy, who confirmed they’d already eaten and, knowing Harrison was the one who’d

so much that they

up for some alone time, huh?” Harrison joked,

with a mix of frustration and amusement. “They really

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

planning on being the son-in-law who moves

mind.” Harrison said carelessly. “My parents are anxious too. They’d probably pay someone to

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

all about settling down and carrying on the family name.” Harrison understood, “But honestly, I do like the idea of having a family. A wife, a kid, a cozy little trio it all sounds pretty blissful.”

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terrific husband and

you talk about it sounds lovely.”

that happiness with me.” Harrison lamented

what he meant but simply responded, “Don’t worry, you’ll find the right

a wistful smile,

reserved table. It

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

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

reason for their friendship became clear their similar

guilt, greeted

with your boyfriend, I see.” Willow interjected with a pointed look at Harrison. “You two should consider a sequel. I bet lots would love the story

showing her the door. Willow, usually unaccustomed to such rebuffs, was irked but kept

chest tighten with

could Willow be so shameless?

he’s not really your boyfriend, is he? You like to claim status, but does he even acknowledge it?”

composure slipped and her anger revealed.

Willow sometimes claimed the title when out and about, and unless Melvin was present, she rarely corrected misunderstandings. But she dared not

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.