Chapter 163

Jocelyn hadn’t expected that the issue would weigh so heavily on her mind. The more she worried, the more it showed how much she cared.

Sincerity is always the key,” Jocelyn said earnestly. “Why not just be sincere?”

Melvin fell silent for a moment. “How do I do that?”

Jocelyn was at a loss for words.

“I’ve got it.” Melvin suddenly said, as if a light bulb had gone off in his head.

“How?” Jocelyn was curious.

“Just come over after dinner. I’ll be waiting at my place,” Melvin teased.

Jocelyn was speechless.

After hanging up the phone, Jocelyn really wanted to know how Melvin planned to win over her parents.

She parked her car in the neighborhood and spotted Harrison’s vehicle, which made her hesitant.

After paying the taxi fare, she walked upstairs. The door was ajar, and she could hear the laughter and chatter inside, as carefree as a family gathering. Her frown deepened.

If Melvin saw this scene, he’d be furious.

“Mom, Dad, Jocelyn called out.

“Come in,” Daisy greeted her, her tone neutral. She relaxed slightly when she saw Jocelyn was back alone.

Jocelyn knew her parents had their reservations, but she hadn’t expected them to be so cautious.

“Why are you free to drop by today?” Jocelyn asked Harrison.

“My mom sent some grapefruits over and asked me to bring them to you,” Harrison replied casually.

“Grapefruits? Already ripe now?” Jocelyn was genuinely curious,

“Yeah.” Harrison said. “Try some later.”

“Sure.”

Daisy popped her head out from the kitchen. “Jocelyn, come help me with the dishes.”

Jocelyn rolled her eyes. Harrison chuckled and stood up. “I’ll help out.”

Calvin didn’t object.

better than they ever did to Melvin. It was as if Harrison was a dear son returned home, while Melvin was the

often, and

Daisy continued to

visit you often. Just

smile.

genuinely liked Harrison. If only he could be her son-in-law. How wonderful

couldn’t see the gem right in front

but cast a couple of extra glances at

her mother’s sharpening gaze, Jocelyn tactfully said, “Mom, Dad, I’m heading out.”

you,” Harrison

“Thanks.”

off

drive safe.” Daisy’s face lit up with warmth as she spoke

Jocelyn let out a sigh of relief.

noticed her demeanor, he asked, “What’s up? I sensed some tension between you and your

introduced Melvin to my parents,” Jocelyn rested her head on her hand, the

paused, then drove off,

Jocelyn admitted, ready to vent. “Good thing Melvin didn’t come

as he drove out of the

“Mine.”

on the steering wheel relaxed slightly. “Melvin’s willingness to meet your parents means he’s serious about you. He’s taking on things he wouldn’t normally for your

sure, especially with Harrison setting such a high benchmark before.

reassured her. “Your Mr. Right will clear any obstacle for your

She had thought that getting past Melvin would lead to a happy ending, but

how Melvin would handle

they arrived at her apartment, Jocelyn unbuckled

“Thanks.”

Harrison stayed in the car. “I won’t

“Sure.”

closed the car door and waved goodbye.

off without

approached from the opposite direction. Its headlights were blinding.

paths crossed, the drivers

Melvin, and Melvin saw

cars passed by, but Harrison’s expression

entered her apartment, Jocelyn was surprised by the elevator

see

doing here?”

“Looking for you.”

text you I wouldn’t

her inside. He ushered her to the couch and sat on the coffee table, ready for

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255