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.”

her mom, Daisy, who confirmed they’d already eaten and, knowing Harrison was the one who’d invited Jocelyn out, reminded her daughter to enjoy his company.

genuinely liked Harrison, so much that they wished he’d marry her

really setting us up for some alone time,

with a mix of frustration and amusement. “They

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

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

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

like there are plenty of folks not rushing to marry. It’s as

the family name.” Harrison understood, “But honestly, I do

—

longing for marriage and imagined he’d be a terrific husband and father. His

it sounds

bad nobody’s creating that happiness with me.” Harrison lamented

simply responded,

offered a wistful smile,

bistro and were shown to their reserved table. It

Ulla were guided to a nearby table. Jocelyn’s mood soured as

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

seated together, the reason for their friendship became

unperturbed by guilt, greeted Jocelyn

a pointed look at Harrison. “You two should consider a sequel. I bet lots would love the story

said, diplomatically showing her the door. Willow, usually unaccustomed to such rebuffs, was irked but kept her composure. “Sir, you better keep an eye on your girlfriend. After all, she and my boyfriend have some unresolved

chest tighten with

could Willow be

tabs on your own boyfriend?” Harrison shot back sharply. “Or wait, he’s not really

nerve. Willow’s composure

claimed the title when out and about,

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