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

genuinely liked Harrison, so much that they

for some alone

frustration

I’d definitely be part of your family by now.” Harrison

on being the

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

plenty of folks not rushing to

family name.” Harrison understood, “But honestly, I do like the idea of having a family.

—

he’d be a terrific husband and father.

you talk about it sounds lovely.”

nobody’s creating that happiness with me.” Harrison lamented with a hint of sadness.

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

offered a wistful

their reserved table. It was a rare occasion – their

and ordered, Willow and Ulla were guided to a nearby

sweet looks and a touch of boldness

they were seated together, the reason for their friendship became

unperturbed by guilt, greeted Jocelyn

“You two should consider a sequel. I bet lots would

Willow was 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 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

chest tighten with indignation.

Willow be

be keeping tabs on your own boyfriend?” Harrison shot back sharply. “Or wait, he’s not really your boyfriend, is he? You like to

hit a nerve. Willow’s composure slipped and her anger revealed.

sometimes claimed the title when out

and Melvin’s true relationship was a sensitive topic, known only to those privy to the inside story. “My relationship 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,