Jackson simply ignored Serenity's request. Instead, he pulled her hand closer and gazed down, studying the bruise on the back of her hand.Jackson then pulled the back of her hand closer and blew gently.Serenity gasped and stared at Jackson as he gently blew on her bruise with all seriousness."It'll be better after I blow the pain away," Jackson hushed, his fingertips gently rubbing the bruise on the back of her hand. He was blowing the pain away as if performing a serious task.Serenity's heart was thundering hard, and she choked on her unspoken words, unable to say anything.Serenity treated Jack and Jackson differently. Jack would be a caring brother for doing this, but Jackson... Serenity was overwhelmed, not knowing what to do.The bodyguard standing behind Jackson was shocked. His eyes went wide as he watched this scene. He had never seen Mr. Valor treat a woman like this! He thought that maybe Serenity would become known throughout Solaria before long!"Feeling better?"
There was a hint of gentleness in Jackson's eyes. It was as if he could tolerate her no matter what she did. He was indescribably charming with the light in his eyes and smile on his lips.Serenity suddenly realized that she was being such an idiot. Even if she ordered everything on the menu, this would mean nothing to Jackson.What was wrong with her? She could not believe how she had ordered a crazy amount of food. It was such a foolish way to vent.Serenity was almost discouraged. She then handed the menu back to the waiter in low spirits. "That'll be all.""Is that enough?" Jackson asked with a smile.Serenity bit her lips slightly. After a short moment, she responded, "Yes."The waiter asked politely, "Can you really finish it? These are more than enough to feed seven to eight people. Would it be too much for you two?" Jackson replied indifferently, "That's all for now."Seeing this, the waiter took the menu, turned around, and left.Jackson turned to Serenity. "If it's
Jackson's intense gaze was too direct and scorching, so much so that Serenity looked up at him helplessly. "Are you not eating?""I am, but I'll watch you eat for a while. It'll make the food taste better," Jackson said.Serenity felt really speechless, completely lost for words. What did he mean by that? Would watching her eat really make the food better?"Every time I watch you eat, I find the food tastier," Jackson murmured."That's because you've never starved before." Serenity mocked indifferently, "If you haven't eaten for a few days, you'll find even white rice soaked in water delicious."His gaze darkened. "Have you starved before?""Yeah, I have," Serenity answered flatly. She used to be living on the verge of life and death. When she mentioned it again, her experience seemed to have become something ordinary.Jackson pursed his lips. "While in prison?""Yeah," Serenity responded.After that, the two never said anything else, and Jackson's heavy gaze remained on Seren
Many people in Solaria knew that Jenny and Zeke were engaged. They would be married soon. Liliana's mention of Zeke as Serenity's ex-boyfriend seemed like a deliberate reminder.Serenity stared at Liliana and suddenly had a moment of clarity in her heart.Liliana felt a little uncomfortable as Serenity gazed at her. She seemed to have seen through her. However, she immediately told herself 'So what?'. After all, Serenity was no longer the promising lawyer in the industry as before.Liliana and Serenity had joined the law firm together. They were batchmates, but everyone only had Serenity in their eyes. Liliana was just a sidekick. Everyone talked about how Serenity was successful in her career and love and how she would become a great lawyer in a short time. Meanwhile, Liliana could only envy her from the sidelines.Whenever Liliana made a mistake at work, her mentor in the law firm would tell her to learn from Serenity. It made her angry, but she could not do anything about it.
"Don't worry about it," Serenity said indifferently. "My friend is waiting for me outside too. I'll be leaving.""Hey, why are you in so much hurry?" Liliana hastily added, "You must be single, right? My boyfriend is a university professor. He knows a lot of people. Shall I get him to introduce you to somebody?"Liliana spoke as she followed Serenity out of the restroom.After that, Liliana called out to a medium-sized man waiting outside. The man immediately came over to her.Serenity studied the average-looking man who approached. He seemed a little older and was about forty. He must be Liliana's boyfriend."Benjamin, this is my former colleague, Serenity Lewis. I ran into her in the bathroom earlier coincidentally," Liliana said and introduced, "Serenity, meet my boyfriend, Benjamin Holt. He's a professor at the University of the People."From Liliana's tone, she was clearly bragging.Instead, Benjamin quickly corrected Liliana, "I'm just an associate professor, not a profess
Then, there had been the turn of events. Before they could go to the mall again, he was no longer the Jack she knew, but Jackson Valor.Serenity did not expect Jackson to remember her casual ramble to him before."Serenity? Who is he?" Liliana looked at Jackson in a daze and asked somewhat nervously.Jackson had an elegant aura around him. Was he Serenity’s friend? How could that be? No matter how she thought about it, it just seemed very strange!Jackson answered before Serenity could say anything. "Is she trying to introduce you to a blind date? Didn't you tell her? You already have me."Liliana drew a sharp breath.This man... Was he really just a friend to Serenity? Could he be her boyfriend?!Just his appearance alone was already streets ahead of Zeke Shaw, let alone Liliana's boyfriend!Thinking of this, Liliana glanced at her boyfriend, Benjamin Holt. She had been quite satisfied with him before meeting Serenity's friend. He might be ten years old than her, but he was an
The three ordered coffee for themselves, and Liliana intentionally talked to Serenity about various topics. She kept asking about Serenity's current job for many reasons. She just wanted to hear more about Serenity's misery and observe Jackson's reaction after hearing this.Jackson was calm and collected, and it seemed he was aware of Serenity's situation. Her answers did not surprise him at all. "Serenity, why don't I talk to the firm's bosses? You might be able to find a job here. You can be a cleaner and do some cleaning in the office. It's probably better than being a sanitation worker," Liliana pretentiously suggested, pretending to help.Serenity's gaze darted up to Liliana and turned cold. "I don't plan to change jobs.""Seriously?" Liliana grimaced, "You'll earn more working as a cleaner in an office than sweeping the road. Won't you consider it?""I think I know exactly what I want to do," Serenity said, her tone gradually becoming ice-cold.Liliana wanted to say someth
Jackson's words made Serenity jolt in shock. She looked up, somewhat startled, and met Jackson's clear eyes.Liliana's face changed, and she let out a dry laugh as she said, "Mr. Valor, you love Serenity so much. I couldn't tell at all. Do you plan to get married?""If she wants to, I'll gladly marry her," Jackson said.Jackson's words had Serenity's heart thundering in her chest. She turned to Jackson in disbelief, almost as if she had heard something unthinkable."Seriously?! That's impossible!" Liliana blurted out.Jackson cast a listless glance at Liliana. "How is that impossible?"The coldness in his eyes made Liliana shiver, and a kind of fear rose in her heart."Alright, Serenity, time to go." Jackson took Serenity's hand and left the cafe. Serenity followed Jackson out without objection.Benjamin looked at Liliana disapprovingly. "Lily, why did you mention your friend's past in jail? Fortunately, Mr. Valor is aware of it. If not, it'll strain their relationship. They ma