Chapter 155

The air was heavy around Melvin as he stood brooding in the corner of the diner. His dark mood was twofold. First, the sight of Harrison and Jocelyn, hand in hand, made it clear they were bounded, leaving no room for doubt Second, Harrison’s words rang in his ears, suggesting he was going to marry Willow? Melvin’s gaze shot towards her, cold as ice, making her fidget uncomfortably.

“Let’s get out of here Jocelyn said, eager to leave the suffocating atmosphere. She tugged at Harrison’s hand, and he willingly followed.

Exiting the diner, the couple left a trail of awkward silence that enveloped the room, with every eye turning toward Melvin.

Willow, hesitating, approached Melvin and pretended to be calm. “What brings you here? I just bumped into Jocelyn and her boyfriend. They seem to be very in love and inseparable. I bet they’ll get married soon.”

Melvin’s eyes were like deep wells of danger, cold and silent. Willow’s heart raced at his gaze-not with excitement, but with fear. She knew he was no longer the simple, trusting boy he once was; this Melvin commanded a certain wariness

“Your future’s at stake. Don’t mess it up over a whim.” he said coldly before walking away.

Willow, her heart tight, hurried after him. “Melvin, what do you mean?”

“You’re human, and you understand perfectly well.” He reached his car and opened the door.

She clung to the door and panic set in. “What did she tell you?”

“What do you think she said?” Melvin shot back, his eyes like daggers. “I’m warning you, stop the games. If you don’t want the endorsement deal. I’ll find someone else.”

“I didn’t do anything! And I won’t give away the deal even if I don’t get paid.” Willow protested, her voice shaking even as she denied wanting to drop the endorsement.

Melvin narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing her.

Swallowing hard, she continued, “Melvin, I came back to help you. I want to stand by you. I was your most trusted, remember?”

“Forget the past,” he said, staring at her fingers on the door. “Don’t overestimate your importance.”

With that, he slammed the door shut, indifferent to the possibility of hurting her hand.

away, Willow’s heart shattered. She watched him leave and gritted

stood behind Willow. “Do you love him that much?”

“Yes,”

can’t resist a woman who offers herself. They’re slaves to their desires Sleep with him, better yet, record it. Leak it online, stir the

“That could backfire.”

Ulla advised. “Love requires pursuit and a bit of cunning Sometimes you must be ruthless to get what you want. Don’t you want to make any change? It is your chance now. She’s with that man. and Mr. Martinez is single. Though not completely ethical, it

idea of scheming against Melvin had crossed Willow’s mind, she feared the consequences. She couldn’t be sure she would get what she wanted in the end. If otherwise, there would be absolutely no

matter? Just pray you get pregnant.

worth it.”

Willow felt swayed.

took a deep breath and mused, “What

you succeed, you become Mrs. Martinez, and you

considered Ulla’s words and

to his place, grilling simple steaks and

we should skip the wine.” Jocelyn

what might happen? Harrison teased with a

have to get

relented while she trusted Harrison. After all, she wouldn’t get drunk with a few sips of wine. They enjoyed steaks

okay?” Harrison asked suddenly.

what?” She looked puzzled.

that actress said.”

or what happened between her and Melvin, those were not my concern

all. Maybe she’s just deluded.” Harrison watched Jocelyn’s face. “Would you say yes, if,

continued cutting her

Harrison ventured, “What if I

expression and couldn’t help but chuckle “Scared you, huh? Jocelyn quickly took a sip of her red wine and tried to

say

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