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.”

confirmed they’d already eaten and, knowing Harrison was the one who’d invited Jocelyn

Harrison, so much that they wished he’d marry

really setting us up for some alone

sighed with a mix of frustration and amusement. “They really like you.”

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

being the son-in-law

“My parents are anxious too. They’d

parents.” Jocelyn mused. “Seems like there are plenty of folks not rushing to marry.

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

—

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

about it sounds lovely.”

that happiness with me.” Harrison lamented with a hint of sadness.

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

offered a wistful smile, “Hopefully.”

table.

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

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

the reason for their friendship

unperturbed by guilt, greeted Jocelyn

at Harrison. “You two should consider a sequel. I bet lots

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 some unresolved

chest tighten

Willow be

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

a nerve. Willow’s composure slipped and her anger

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

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