Silence enveloped the car. There was only the sound of speeding cars and the traffic of vehicles around them. There were no warm conversations or jokes between them. The atmosphere was so tense.Jessica looked at Leon and Jasmine in turn. She sighed. "Why are you guys quiet?" she said."What do you want? We're almost at the mall. After that, you can shop for what you want," Leon replied."You're going shopping with me, right?" Jessica asked."No!" Leon and Jasmine answered simultaneously."I'm not in the mood to buy anything. I'll be waiting for you," said Leon."Okay."Arriving at the mall, Leon chose to sit down rather than have to follow Jessica wherever she went. Jasmine also did the same thing. They sat on a bench at a distance."Why don't you come with Jessica? I think women really like shopping," Leon asked, breaking the awkward atmosphere between them."Well, I don't really like shopping. I only shop when I need it," Jasmine replied."This is quite surprising. I thought the da
"I once met Jasmine Braun at a seminar. She was present as a guest speaker. The Braun family is indeed a bit secretive, especially a few years ago when Jasmine Braun's father was involved in a dispute with his older brother," explained Emma."Is it possible that she has a special relationship with Leon?" Claire asked.Emma shook her head. "I don't know, Miss. But seeing Braun's family background, it seems impossible for your ex-husband to have a relationship with her.""Yeah, you're right. But, why would she want to hold hands with Leon?""Who knows if Leon only works as her assistant or driver. We don't know what's going on," Emma said with a shrug.Jasmine looked down at her hand, which was still tightly gripped by Leon. They walked towards the parking lot. While at the elevator door, Jasmine cleared her throat."Ehem!"Leon turned to Jasmine and immediately let go of her hand. "I'm sorry, Jasmine, I didn't mean to act like I was your man," Leon said."It's okay, Leon. By the way, w
Jasmine went into her room and sat near her bed. She knelt down as she buried her face in her hands. She shed all her sadness there until her face was full of tears. She had avoided Max so much, but her parents still wanted her to stay with him.After a while, the sound of knocking on the door distracted Jasmine's gaze. She stared at the door and immediately determined not to open it because she was sure that the person behind it was her father."Go, Daddy, I'm not in the mood to talk to you!" Jasmine exclaimed."Miss, I'm a maid." A soft voice answered from behind the door.Jasmine wiped away her tears as she took a deep breath. Then she opened the door."Mr. Dimitri left this for you," said the maid while handing Jasmine a gift box."Thank you."Jasmine sat on the sofa and opened the gift box. The box contained a tiny teddy bear, a small bouquet of flowers, chocolates, and a letter. She opened the letter."My dear Jasmine, I'm sorry for not being a good father to you. As an apology,
Hera got up from her seat and ran to her yard when she saw her husband's car arriving. She smiled expectantly, awaiting news of her daughter."What did Jasmine say? Have you succeeded in persuading her?" asked Hera.Dimitri snorted. "I'm going to send the butler to meet Max's parents to break off the engagement officially. This is all Max's fault," he answered.Hera's expression turned disappointed. She didn't expect her daughter to be this stubborn. "Do you also agree if their engagement is canceled?""Of course. As a father, I want to see my daughter marry the best man. I hope she doesn't have a husband like her father." Dimitri immediately stepped away from Hera's presence.Hera was pensive at her husband's words. "I always forgive all your mistakes. Is it possible that you are already aware of all the mistakes you have made?" she muttered, staring at Dimitri's back, who had now vanished into the wall.***Max was at his parents' house to attend his parents' dinner invitation. Even
Edward sipped his coffee while enjoying the cool morning air. Today, he has no work to do. He planned to spend his days off going to restaurants or parties.He squinted when he saw the maid open the gate of his house and see Max enter. Edward eyed his cousin in wonder."Max, why didn't you bring the car?" Edward asked.Max snorted at his cousin's question. "What car? I don't have a car or money now," he replied.Edward was even more confused by Max's words. He approached his cousin and embraced him. "What do you mean?""My father has revoked all facilities for me. I don't have a car or my credit and debit cards," Max complained."Why did he do it?""This is all because my engagement with Jasmine has been officially annulled. Last night, the butler of the Jasmine family came to the house and delivered this decision officially," explained Max."Does your father know that you caused all this?"Max nodded. "Of course, that's why he punished me by revoking all facilities," he exclaimed ang
All eyes turned to the commotion. A dark silhouette enveloped Claire's eyes. She stared at Edward angrily. That man was really testing her patience."What happened?""Why is she so arrogant?""Is this how they treat guests?"Max and the waiter helped Edward get up. Edward stared at Claire intently, as did the woman who didn't seem afraid of him."Are you okay?" asked Max, holding his cousin's shoulder.Edward didn't answer Max's question, and immediately stepped closer to Claire. "How dare you push me!" he exclaimed."That's not even worth what you did to me!" Claire replied while pointing her index finger at Edward."I just wanted to help you, Claire. Look at your condition, you look really apprehensive.""I don't need your help!" Claire turned around and walked away from the restaurant."You act like a noble. Remember, you're just someone who comes from a poor family. I can even buy that pride of yours!"Hearing Edward's insulting words, Claire turned around and slapped Edward acros
Claire rushed to the hospital after returning from work with food in her hand. She wanted to give the food to her mother."Mom, has there been progress from Daddy?" she asked.Ariana shook her head. "There has been no significant development," she answered with a frantic expression."Mom, we've tried our best. I'm sure Daddy will be fine soon," Claire said, looking up at her father hopefully. Her gaze shifted to her mother. "I've brought your favorite food! Let's eat together!"Ariana's eyes looked teary as she looked at her daughter. Even when she was in the toughest condition, she still had a daughter who always faithfully accompanied her."By the way, I've been fired from the hotel," said Claire.Ariana quickly swallowed the food in her mouth. She was shocked to hear Claire's words. "How did you get fired? Isn't the work contract for 3 months?"Yeah, I made a mistake, and luckily they decided to fire me. It was a good decision.""Then what's your plan, Claire?""I want to open a ne
Leon and his mother were on their way home. After the car left the restaurant, Belinda was already looking at her son with a question in her mind."Leon, what do you think of Jasmine's parents?" Belinda asked.Without looking at his mother, Leon replied, "They are very good," he replied simply."Do you think they are suitable to be your in-laws?" Belinda teased.Leon sighed. "What are you talking about, Mom? Jasmine and I are just friends.""Leon, I didn't mean to force you. But a relationship comes from friendship first.""I reckon Jasmine will just be my friend.""Leon, why can you talk like that?" Belinda looked at Leon in surprise."If I wasn't the heir to the Jensen family, would Jasmine really want to be my sincere friend?" Leon's gaze met Belinda's. The hazel eyes looked sad. "One day, if I get married again, I hope to marry a woman who can accept me as I am. She must loved Leon, not an heir. I thought I had found my dream girl in Claire, but I was wrong," he continued."But I