Standing amidst people coming and going, Jessica was dazed for quite some time.She should have anticipated this a long time ago…Images of her encounters with Flora kept flashing across her mind.Flora vomited in the restroom during the ball. When she received a checkup at the hospital, she unprecedentedly wore flat shoes… All the signs indicated her pregnancy! *Without noticing it, Jessica stood there for a long time and mechanically went out of the hospital door.Her phone beeped in her bag. It was a message from Christian, "Off work? I may have to work late tonight."His tone was natural. Presumably, he didn't know the matter with Flora. She paused and texted back briefly, "Me too."She put the phone down, but her fingers were still shaking involuntarily.She didn't know where to go, nor did she want to go home. In the end, she decided to work overtime at the station. In short, she didn't want to see Christian right now.She drove back to the station.Her mi
Jessica stayed up the whole night. She drank coffee to keep a clear head the following whole day.Finally, she was about to get off work. Noticing that the appointed time with Christian was getting close, she even felt a little restless.It was rare for her to be so restless for something...She was too anxious to wait. Thus, she got off work earlier and went there directly.Jessica went to the appointed restaurant and told a waiter Christian's name. The waiter showed her the way to the private room politely.When she walked into the room, she found that Christian and Flora had been there already...They sat face to face. The atmosphere was thick with tension. It seemed that they hadn't communicated yet."It turns out that we're waiting for you!"Seeing Jessica walking in, Flora sneered. She reached out to stroke her flat belly deliberately. "Don't you know that I'm pregnant and thus I can't sit for a long time? Is it proper to keep me and my baby waiting for you so long?"Chr
Christian's resolute attitude toward Flora's pregnancy somewhat relieved Jessica of her anxiety.She watched their confrontation, involuntarily unclasped her fingers, and found bloodstains left by her nails in her palms.When it came to other things, she was more than capable and confident. This time, however, she suffered from a mental conflict. On the one hand, she believed in Christian; on the other hand, she felt uncertain.The uncertainty arose from the embryo in Flora's womb…Christian got up, interrupted her distraction, grabbed her hand, and stated, "Let's go."Flora followed him to get up and glared at them viciously, "Christian, do you intend to leave without an explanation?"Flora tried to stop them, but Christian's fierce gaze deterred her."Ask for my explanation when you prove the child carries my DNA!" Following that, Christian pulled Jessica to stride out. The door of the booth was slammed shut. Christian led her to get the car.In reflex, Jessica struggled an
After returning to Jakesville TV Station, Jessica still felt a bit dazed.A few editors of her team worked overtime and showed her today's program progress. After that, it was already very late, so they clocked out.She was left alone in the empty and quiet office.The clock on the wall, the soft light on the corner of the table, and the aroma of coffee wafting from time to time all seemed to remind her that it was time to go home.She said to herself, "You just told Christian you would go home. Now, what are you going to do?”Finally, she gathered her courage and decided to face the reality and drive home!When she got home, Fannie came to greet her and asked, "Have you had dinner, Mrs. Maddox?""Yes, I have."She replied perfunctorily, but in fact, she had no appetite at all and didn't want to eat anything.Noticing that Jessica’s gaze drifted around the house, Fannie said smartly, "Mr. Maddox is in the study. He ordered me to prepare tonic for you after he came home. It is
Suddenly, Jessica trembled. She subconsciously broke loose from Christian who would like to continue."I'm tired. Let's get some sleep."She said calmly, but she failed to cover up her dissatisfaction.Noticing that she was reluctant, Christian stopped quickly. He returned to his original position on the bed. There was a distance between them.She grasped the quilt tightly and breathed evenly to pretend that she had fallen asleep.However, she could hear Christian's heavy breath all the time. He didn't fall asleep. She thought that he might have been staring at the ceiling and lying on the bed stiff.They lay on the bed motionlessly for the whole night.The following morning, although Christian got up softly, Jessica was still awakened by him. After all, she had been not completely asleep.She had been fake sleeping. Not until Christian finished washing up and left before closing the door did she open her eyes slowly and breathe a sigh of relief.Last night, she lay on the bed
Seeing Jessica’s confident face, Christian held back his displeasure and picked up the phone."You're finally willing to answer my call."Flora's voice came from the other end of the phone. "How long do you plan to avoid me?""I don't need to meet you until you take a DNA test," Christian said in a cold voice.His resoluteness irritated Flora. "I told you I would not do that. Don’t you dare hurt my baby! If you continue inaction, I can ruin your reputation!"Christian sneered, "Just do it and see if you can ruin me."Christian's intimidation instantly calmed down Flora... She knew very well that Christian could ruin her so easily in Jakesville.She couldn't keep betting on her good luck.She kept silent for a moment, and Christian took the chance and said, "Behalf yourself if you're scared. And don't bother me again!"Only then did Flora remember why she called him. She was afraid that Christian would hang up, so she panicked and said, "Don't hang up. I need to talk to you! Co
Flora's uneasiness was visible. Jessica darted a fierce look over and laid it bare, "I haven't gotten to the point yet, and you start to panic?"Flora hurriedly contained herself and disguised her anxiety, "Nonsense, what do you want this time? You don't want to scare a pregnant lady!""Look, we know what you've done. You racked your brains in scheming but betrayed the pot to the roses."Instead of bringing things to the table, Jessica made an ambiguous remark, which was enough to make Flora break out in a cold sweat."What… what are you talking about! Stop bluffing!" Flora fidgeted, her mind a mess."Humph..."Jessica sneered, "Am I bluffing? Are you stung by your conscience?""Jessica, if you continue to bluff without evidence, please get out!""I have evidence, of course. That's the reason why I'm here today. Think you that I like to see your face?" Jessica smirked.A nervous Flora looked at her and glanced at Christian from time to time. Like Jessica, the man remained comp
Jessica watched the unimaginable scene in front of her and tried her best to calm down.'Just now Flora stirred up trouble for no reason, scratched me and we didn't beat her. However, now she falls to the ground and it seems to be serious.'Looking at Flora who was sitting on the ground and groaning continually, Jessica finally understood why Flora went mad for no reason, stirred up trouble, cursed her and beat her. It seemed that Flora did all these things on purpose.Jessica thought of it. Christian was smart and he must have thought of it too.However, Flora's face was pallor and she was sweating heavily. It was shocking. She still muttered, "Christian, you pushed me... You hurt... our baby...""Call the ambulance!"Christian thundered. Although he glared at Flora, he took action in time. After all, Flora and her baby were in danger.The bodyguards who had been spying on Flora outside the door reacted quickly.Jessica calmed down and thought back to the situation just now.
The next day, Jessica went to work in the TV station. Her assistant reported the recent schedule to her.Jessica listened for a while, raised her head and asked, "Didn't you say that I needed to prepare for Leap Art's gala evening on New Year's Eve next week?"The assistant said in a hurry, "It occurs to me... It may be changed. We'd better delay the preparation in case you will prepare for it in vain...""What's the matter?" Jessica frowned slightly."I have arranged for someone to investigate and haven't gotten the exact news yet. It is said that the organizers of Leap Art's gala evening on New Year's Eve have changed their minds and will invite Adela to replace you...," the assistant said."Adela?"Gail was drinking coffee and writing the plan in Jessica's office. When Gail heard that, she stood up and said anxiously, "Adela has just made a comeback. Even though she becomes popular slightly, how can she replace Jess in the image or influence?""It is said that Adela's remuner
[It's because I think my acting skills are not worthy of your script.]Jessica replied seriously.Hawley became anxious and replied without punctuation. [Don't worry I will try my best to help you and won't urge you]Jessica paused and replied with a smile. [I haven't finished speaking. Hold on. Since you have waited for a long time, please give me some time if you don't mind. I would like to find an acting teacher and learn how to act. After I'm sure that I can play the role, I will join in your movie. How is it?]Recently, more films and TV dramas started inviting Jessica. Many of them had great investments and groups. Jessica obviously felt that the current situation was pushing her to change.It was impossible for her to reject all of them, but she couldn't shoot all the films or TV dramas with the attitude as if she was doing a guest appearance. She would better be prepared before she met the chances. If so, she would be more confident.Hawley paused. It took him some time t
The next afternoon, when it was time for Jessica to get off work, Hawley arrived at the appointed time.Jessica took him to the nearest restaurant to the TV station. She said with a smile, "It's not a high-end restaurant. Just order expensive dishes."Hawley also smiled, "Expensive dishes do not necessarily taste good!""Having said that, I would like to thank you. Expensive dishes can show my sincerity at least," Jessica said.Hawley put down the menu, looked at her and said seriously, "If you would like to thank me, how about consider my invitation seriously? I want to invite you to be the heroine in my first movie!"Hawley was sincere. He looked passionate and vigorous for his first movie. It was hard for Jessica to refuse."Have you drawn your inspiration in France?" She didn't refuse him directly but changed the topic.Hawley said seriously, "I have spent three years on the script. When I studied abroad, I wrote it with my best friend. I almost finish it recently. I believe
Griffin kept his promise.The next day after Jessica's return, Jakesville TV Station put the interview of GL's successor, Neil, on the air. Meanwhile, everyone received the email that announced Gail's promotion to senior editor.The directors in their team were all delighted. People from their sister teams also urged Gail to treat them to dinner. Gail agreed generously and decided to throw a party to celebrate her promotion in the evening. *After several rounds of wine, Gail was giddy with delight and tipsy. With a goblet in her hand, she sat beside Jessica and grinned. "Jess, I owe my promotion to you. I've racked my brains but still know not how to express my gratitude… How about I leave my paycheck to you?" Jessica couldn't help but giggle.She poked Gail's forehead. "Are you going to marry me?""Look, this is all that I can give. Then again, you're not short of money. Tell me what I should do."Jessica looked at Gail's tender, pursed lips and wrapped her arm around
At sea, the anxious Christian calmed down and was relieved finally. He took off his coat and wrapped her up tightly.She looked at him and asked, "Why did you come here?"Christian compressed his thin lips and reached out to smooth her hair beside her ears. It was a little messy because of the wind.Christian had arranged for someone to protect her since she pissed off GL's Neil in France. The nobles all knew that GL's Neil was malicious, especially for beautiful women.As soon as Christian's men reported to Christian that Jessica suddenly bought an air ticket and went abroad alone, Christian guessed that she was going to deal with Neil.Christian was afraid that Jessica would be unable to deal with Neil. He didn't have any time to care about other things and followed Jessica to come to France.Luckily, he arrived in time. Otherwise, even if Jessica dealt with Neil, she would be unable to deal with Jerome. Jerome was not a man to be trifled with."Don't take risks again! If you
As Jerome confronted him coldly, Christian's narrowed eyes slid out of focus for a second.Soon, he collected himself, and ferocity suppressed the gloom in his eyes. "Before I figure out the entire thing, I'll keep her out of harm's way! Even if someone tells her the truth one day, it has to be me and not you! You'd better stay away from her!" Jerome's face also turned gloomy. "I was not interested in her or those trivial matters in the past, but destiny guided me to meet her. Then I find that those matters are pretty interesting…And the more annoyed you are, the more interesting I find it… Besides, you stole my lines. The one who should stay away from her is you!" "Don't bother. This is between my wife and me," Christian declared his sovereignty once again.Jerome looked askance at Christian. His gloomy voice became huskier and more horrifying. "If she knew the truth, do you think she would still believe you?"Christian knitted his brows as he exhorted in a
"Christian?"Jessica spun around and did a double take, mixed delight and incredulity in her eyes.Christian made his way to her and took her by the hand. "You're still recovering. How could you run around like this?"Christian's voice was steely. Though he was speaking to Jessica, it was the man opposite her that his piercing eyes flashed at.At this moment, the bodyguards outside the cabin hurried inside all at once. One of them bowed to Jerome and explained apologetically, "Mr. Garan, he's brought some men here... We failed to stop them..."Jerome waved his hand testily and, restraining his annoyance, rose to his feet and looked at Christian. "Nice to see you again, Mr. Maddox." Though his words were a greeting, his face were rather tight."I heard only a few days ago that there's some turbulence going on in the Garan family. It surprises me Mr. Garan is still in the mood for partying," Christian said acidly."Oh, you're pretty well-informed, Mr. Maddox!" Jerome remarked with
"I'm just a nobody, and all I want is for the job to be done in a peaceful fashion. I have no reason to work against you on my own initiative unless you leave me no choice, don't you think?" Jessica said, her face bland.Having no alternative but to resign himself to accepting it, Neil said testily, "Fine! Get it over with!"A smile curled Jessica's lips as her beautiful eyes moved to the outline for the interview on the sofa. "Speak according to the outline and answer my every question. Here we go."Watching Neil obediently pick up the interview outline with resentment etched on his face, Jessica snickered and turned on her digital recorder.**Twenty minutes later, the interview came to a successful end.Having obtained what she wanted, Jessica operated the digital recorder for a moment and then stowed it in her handbag.Neil had had enough of it. He hurled the interview outline she'd given him to the floor and, springing to his feet testily, blustered, "I see any of those pho
Neil's eyes glittered with alarm at the sight of the picture on Jessica's phone, the corners of his mouth twitching in spite of himself.On the sofa he'd been sitting a moment ago sat a couple of female models. Neil glared over his left shoulder and then the right one at the girls and thundered, "Beat it!""Neil..."A charming girl, unwilling to leave, walked over and, holding his hand, said, "Where do you want us to go?""Get out of my sight! Now!" Neil stormed shiftily.His bawl brought all the girls trotting out helter-skelter...Jessica, taking advantage of the opportunity, took back her phone and unhurriedly put it into her handbag in the presence of Neil."Let's go somewhere else to talk," Neil said to Jessica, rising to his feet and leading the way for the door.Jessica remained where she was. With a smile that never reached her eyes, she said, "I thought you liked the lively atmosphere in this place."The corners of Neil's mouth twitched and he snapped, "It's not every