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Chapter 12: Another Trick
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2025-02-21 23:59:14Emily went to JJ’s Properties again with Harry. She wanted to know if Jacob was truly honest with her, so she didn’t call him to notify about her coming.
Since it was lunch break, only a receptionist waited in the lobby. She stood and smiled at Emily. “Miss Brooke, it’s great to see you again. Want to see Mr. Jefferson?”
Emily nodded and smiled a little. “Yes, but don’t tell him. I want to surprise him again.”
“Ah, Miss Brooke. You are so romantic. Mr. Jefferson is lucky to have you.”
As Emily didn’t want to prolong the conversation, she only smiled and walked to the elevator. Opening the door of Jacob’s office, she saw Jacob and Viona inside. He was signing some papers, but then Viona se
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After leaving Jacob’s office, Viona called someone. “Sir, how are you?”The man growled, as small talk wasn’t what he liked. “Busy. Go to the point, okay?”Viona groaned inside, but then she continued, “Okay. I want to report something. Arturo already had a plan to appoint Jacob as his successor.”The man whistled to hear that. “Jacob, huh? Why didn’t he choose his son? What is his name?”“Al?” Viona said.“Right!” He snapped his fingers. “Al Ames. I don’t get the old man’s mind.”“Well, Jacob is like a second son to him. Besides, you must see three of them toget
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Emily went downstairs. Her feelings were numb. She didn’t know what she had to do tomorrow, but she knew she couldn’t marry Jacob.Harry gave her the helmet without words. They headed back to the house of Emily’s parents. When they arrived there, she returned the helmet.“Are you okay?” Harry asked. Knowing Emily too well, he was worried about her condition.Emily shook her head, but she forced a small smile. “Thank you for your help, Harry. I owe you one.”Harry took a deep breath. “You know you can always count on me if you need support. You are a good girl, and you deserve happiness.”Gulping as she was about to cry again, Emily nodded. “Thank you.&rdq
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As expected, it was crowded in the morning. Her parents hired the best EO (Event Organizer) in the capital to make their backyard a great wedding venue.More people worked to ensure the best wedding place, food, and event. A make-up artist put makeup on Emily, and a hairdresser did an elegant hair bun. She looked gorgeous in her wedding dress.“You look lovely, sweetheart.” Elsa hugged Emily and shed her tears. “I can’t believe it. Finally, it’s the day. Your dad must give your hand to Jacob today. It’s like yesterday I just gave birth to you.”Emily bit her lower lip as she felt guilty, knowing she would disappoint her mother and father, but she had no choice. She hugged her mother back and whispered, “Thank you for everything, Mom. I love you ….”
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When it was 8.45 a.m., Daniel frowned because he still didn’t see Emily. “Love, where is Emily?”“She is on the way to the church.” Elsa smiled as she hugged Daniel’s waist. “Relax!”“There’s fifteen minutes left before we will start the wedding. She should already be here.”Taking a deep breath as she already got used to seeing her husband’s impatience, Elsa took her phone. “I’ll check on her.” When she heard the notification that her daughter’s phone was inactive, she called the EO’s staff. “Where is my daughter now?”“Ma’am? She should be on the way to the church. I’ll wait at the church gate to see if she’s coming.”
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Emily rushed to return to the bedroom. Taking her clothes on a table next to the bed, she ran to the bathroom to wear them. Then she washed her face to calm herself.Staring at her face in the mirror, Emily took a deep breath and counted from one to twenty. She closed her eyes and shook her head.It didn’t work. The thought of spending a lifetime with someone who didn’t love her haunted her. How could Jacob do this to her?A few drops of tears dampened her face. Brushing the tears in a swift motion, she let out a heavy sigh. Yes, Jacob could fool her for five months of their engagement time, but she wouldn’t be a fool anymore.Opening her eyes, she stared at her reflection in the mirror. A pretty girl stared back at her. She wouldn’t let him steal her life with his lies. Clenching her hand, Emily combed her hair and ensured her appearance was neat. Then she left the bathroom and returned to Jacob’s room. Jacob sat on the bed. When he saw Emily from the bathroom, he raised his eyebro
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