Chapter 62Bryan emerged from his room and was surprised to find Elena standing by his door. "What?" he inquired, puzzled by her presence. Elena absentmindedly scratched the back of his head, her gaze fixed on him."I just wanted to let you know that you shouldn't blame yourself for anything. I know I can be a handful, but you don't need to be so hard on yourself. You look kind of ridiculous with that expression," she remarked, her voice taking on a slightly teasing, babyish tone.Bryan's brow furrowed in response. "Who ever said you were a burden to me? You're my sister, and it's my duty to look out for you," he insisted, a touch of protectiveness slipping into his words. Elena beamed at his response, clearly touched by his words.As they stood at the doorway, Elena turned to Bryan with a curious expression. "I know, but why are you angry?" she inquired, studying his face intently. Bryan flashed her a warm smile in response."I'm not angry, just a little preoccupied with something,"
Chapter 63Bryan grew increasingly restless as the hours ticked by on the monotonous drive. The absence of engaging conversation or captivating scenery left him fidgety and impatient. Eventually, unable to contain his frustration any longer, he felt compelled to break the silence."Must you say those things out loud? You aren't the only one here," he blurted out, his irritation palpable to Kingsley and Elena, who exchanged baffled glances at his outburst.Betty abruptly ended her phone call and turned to face Bryan, her expression a mix of surprise and annoyance. "Why are you acting so cold? I was talking to someone. Aren't you supposed to respect that?" she inquired, her tone accusing and expectant of an explanation.Bryan averted his gaze, his frustration simmering just beneath the surface as he let out a scoff."Don't you know the type of words to use with your lover when you are amidst people? Did you also respect us?" he questioned, his tone tinged with reproach and a hint of bit
Chapter 64Elena's cheeks turned a rosy hue as she questioned with a playful twinkle in her eye, "How can you be obsessing over your girlfriend? That just seems a bit strange, doesn't it?" Her words loaded with curiosity and a hint of teasing.Betty's turn came around and she let out a heavy sigh, her expression turning solemn. "The reality that my feelings weren't returned, it stings more than I care to admit. It's my deepest, most painful secret," she confessed, her voice tinged with a mixture of sorrow and vulnerability.Upon hearing Betty's revelation, the group leaned in eagerly, their eyes filled with curiosity. "So, who is it that has captured your heart so completely?" they prodded, eager to uncover the object of Betty's unreciprocated affection.Betty hesitated, feeling a wave of reluctance wash over her. She wrestled with the urge to keep her feelings buried deep within, but the relentless curiosity from her friends compelled her to speak up. Just as she was on the brink of
Chapter 65As she sat comfortably on the couch, Betty could sense the tension building in the room. The soft lighting accentuated the earnest expressions on both her and Bryan's faces. She tilted her head slightly, her eyes locking with his as he struggled to express his thoughts. "What are you talking about, he's just friends, and nothing of such will happen," she replied calmly, her voice tinged with a hint of skepticism.Bryan, taken aback by her nonchalant response, paused for a moment, took a deep breath, and mustered the courage to speak his mind. "He seems to like you, I guess from the way he was looking at you," he said tentatively, his voice a bit shaky.Betty couldn't help but chuckle at his observation. She knew all too well of the lingering gazes, the hidden smiles, and the subtle hints that the other guy had been dropping. "I know he's into me, but I don't love him. I can't be with him," she explained, her words echoing with unwavering certainty.As she tried to rise from
“Did you think that will be possible, she will suspect we are together” Bryan let her understand the risk they are about to take. She scoffed, and stared at Bryan. “I heard you are smart. You can't be this handsome, and tell me you don't know how to handle simple cases like this? I know you are up to the task, that's why I am leaving it to you. I should leave before I get noticed” She said, and stood up, ready to leave. “Okay, I will handle that, but still we have to sign a contract. We have to authorise this. I don't love disappointment at the end. And I have trust issues” He let out, and Jessica was bewildered. “Why are you so difficult? You are acting like a narrow minded person. Did you think this was a plan or what? Did you think I would want to fake marriage just to dump you?” She demanded, and he smirked. “I am human, and it's normal to have trust issues, don't you think?” He asked, and she scoffed “You are unbelievable, so you would think I am trying to make a fool outta
Ellen’s gaze was fixed on her mother, her heart pounding with uncertainty. Her words lingered in the air, a weight heavy on her conscious mind. She hesitated, her mouth agape as she grappled with the decision to apologize to Bryan, unsure if it was the right course of action."Is that difficult to take in?" Grandma Creston's voice broke the tense silence, her tone laced with a hint of amusement. Ellen let out a sarcastic chuckle, a mix of frustration and defiance evident in her expression."You're joking, mum. That's not happening," Ellen retorted, her reluctance palpable. The thought of apologizing to Bryan seemed inconceivable to her, a bridge too far to cross. The internal struggle reflected in her eyes as she stood her ground, torn between pride and the desire to mend fences."If you can't consider doing that, then I wouldn't be able to help you," she stated firmly, her words carrying a finality that brooked no argument. Her tone hinted at the frustration of having reached an impa
Bryan's brows furrowed in confusion as he turned to Grandma Creston, his eyes wide with disbelief. "Did you just say that?" he asked, his voice laced with incredulity.Grandma Creston nodded solemnly, her expression mirroring Bryan's shock. "I thought I was the only one feeling the shock that came with that word," she added, her gaze fixed on Bryan with a mix of surprise and concern. The weight of their shared astonishment hung heavy in the air, creating a palpable tension between them as they processed the unexpected revelation.Lisa's smirk stretched across her face, twisting her features into an expression that exuded a sense of malevolence. With each word she uttered, a sharp edge of bitterness and frustration crept into her voice, filling the air with an aura of resentment."I learnt it from you," Lisa's tone was laced with accusation as she spoke, her eyes fixed on the recipient of her words. "The first time you emerged as chairman, you had taught me how to say that, didn't you?
Chapter 69"Certainly, Mr. Carl," Ms. Lisa replied, her voice calm but resolute as she took a deep breath to gather her thoughts. The atmosphere in the room shifted slightly as she broached the topic of the family business, and Mr. Carl raised an eyebrow with interest."I believe it's important to address the future of the family business," Ms. Lisa continued, her gaze meeting each person in the room. There was a moment of silence as everyone processed the shift in conversation, glancing at each other in surprise. The initial topic of wedding preparations had been momentarily set aside."Given that Jessica is your only daughter, Mr. Carl, and with your plans to appoint her as the CEO in the near future, it's crucial for us to consider the long-term strategy and direction of the business," Ms. Lisa explained, her tone steady and composed. As she spoke, the gravity of her words hung in the air, causing a subtle tension in the room as the implications of her suggestion began to sink in.