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 out, reminded her daughter to enjoy

liked Harrison, so much that they wished

some alone time, huh?”

frustration and amusement.

feelings, I’d definitely

being the son-in-law who moves

parents are anxious too. They’d probably

plenty of folks not rushing to marry. It’s as if staying single is some

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

—

he’d be a terrific husband and father. His

hearing you talk about it sounds lovely.” she

happiness with me.” Harrison lamented with

but simply responded,

a wistful

at an upscale bistro and were shown to their reserved table. It was a rare occasion –

to a nearby table. Jocelyn’s mood soured as

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

that they were seated together, the reason for their friendship became clear their similar vibes were undeniable.

by guilt, greeted Jocelyn with bold

at Harrison. “You two should consider a sequel.

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

felt her chest

be

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

Willow’s composure slipped and her anger revealed.

her, much less confirmed her as his girlfriend. Willow sometimes claimed the title when out and about, and unless Melvin was present, she rarely corrected misunderstandings. But she dared

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, please keep your distance from Melvin. You’re