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.”

Harrison was the one who’d invited Jocelyn out, reminded her daughter to enjoy his company.

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

us up for some alone time, huh?”

sighed with a mix of frustration and amusement. “They

definitely be part of

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

don’t mind.” Harrison said carelessly. “My parents are anxious too. They’d probably pay someone to

are plenty of folks not

I do like the idea of having a family. A wife, a kid, a cozy

—

sensed his genuine longing for marriage and imagined he’d be a terrific husband

about it sounds lovely.” she admitted.

that happiness with me.” Harrison

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

wistful smile, “Hopefully.”

reserved table. It was a

Willow and Ulla were guided to a nearby table. Jocelyn’s mood soured as she saw

her sweet looks and a touch of boldness that made

the reason for their friendship

by guilt, greeted Jocelyn with bold

I see.” Willow interjected with a pointed look at Harrison. “You two should consider a sequel. I bet lots would

completely. “Sorry, miss, but we don’t appreciate interruptions.” Harrison said, diplomatically showing her the door. Willow, usually unaccustomed to such

her chest tighten

be

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

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

title when

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