Karla was utterly flabbergasted by the sight that unfolded before her. A gasp escaped her lips, her eyes widening as if they might leap from their sockets.The heavens above!What had she just witnessed?Oliver, of all people, was behind the wheel, chauffeuring none other than Conrad and his sister Julia?"How... How is this even possible?!" Karla stammered, her astonishment verging on disbelief.A profound realization surged within her, and her mind spun with audacious thoughts, expanding and fermenting into a daring hypothesis."It has to be!"Why else would Oliver personally drive Conrad and Julia? Why would the receptionist treat her with such disdain during the interview? Why did Oliver shield Julia earlier at the company?And the name of this very enterprise was J&C Limited!"Unbelievable!" Karla's shock was palpable, her excitement gaining momentum like a whirlwind.In an instant, her ex-boyfriend's identity snapped into place like a missing puzzle piece. He was the mastermind
As Henry's words subsided, he turned to catch sight of Jared's ominous expression."What's with that look?" Henry patted his chest, taken aback by Jared's sudden intensity."You can't pursue her," Jared stated firmly."Why?" Henry's confusion was palpable as he glanced at Jared."Do you know who she is?""Who? I'll pursue anyone I want. I'll even pursue a neighboring country's princess if I feel like it."Jared's eyes darkened as he said impassively, "My wife."Henry's pupils dilated upon hearing this, his gaze darting between Jared and Julia."She's... the woman you got hitched to?"Having been overseas, Henry had only recently returned to the country and was unaware of the events that had transpired. He knew of Jared's commitment to marriage but had yet to meet Jared's wife."No way! With your medical background, I figured she must be older, maybe in her 40s or 50s. I didn't expect her to be so young and stunning."Henry's eyes remained fixated on Julia as he spoke. Her exquisite fe
Things happened so fast, catching Julia off guard. She suddenly slowed down in a beat, so even though she tried to evade it, she still couldn’t avoid it.In just a blink of an eye, a broad figure blocked her body. Julia gasped. She raised her head and saw the man with furrowed brows. As soon as they met gazes, his expression became softer.Although confused at first, Julia stood up and touched his back.“Are you okay?” she asked, caressing his wet back.“I’m fine,” Jared replied. He then took off his suit and held it in his arm. Julia looked at him in awe. Despite the man’s disheveled hair and rugged appearance, he still looked good and domineering.Jared’s sharp and cold eyes immediately shifted to Carter.“What a blind bastard.”Julia’s ears didn’t miss his words. She stared at him and raised a brow.She thought the same as Carter. But hearing these words from Jared gave her an indescribable feeling.“What did you just say?” Carter growled and glared at Jared, daring him to say his
Julia instantly stopped in her tracks and looked at Carter.Jared’s eyebrows furrowed as he stopped. A hint of anxiety briefly crossed his usually composed expression. His gaze zeroed in on Julia, studying her expression seriously.Julia’s face remained blank, unwilling to reveal any of her emotions, making Jared feel more conflicted. He didn’t even notice that he was tightening his grip on her waist.After a moment of silence, Julia spoke. “Wow. Never have I thought those words would come out of your mouth.”Carter looked away. “It was a misunderstanding on my part earlier. Honestly, it almost…” He glanced at Jared and added, “I won’t fall for you again. I’ve made up my mind. Now, I’m sure. I want to spend my life with Vivien.”Vivien gasped. Just by his words, her anger slowly subsided.“Is that so?” Julia replied as she raised a brow. “Then, why are you telling me that? Are you showing off or something?”“I know you’re mad at me, Julia. Let’s just think that fate made all of this h
"Jared Brooks," Lincoln muttered after a few seconds of hesitation."What?" Julia's eyes widened. "He booked the entire cruise ship? Why would he do that?"Lincoln shrugged on the other line. "I have no idea. I'm too lazy to investigate." Because of their past, Lincoln had difficulty bringing up Jared's name again.Julia hung up the phone and stared in awe.'Is it because of me?' Julia pondered and remembered what happened two days ago.Carter invited her to their wedding and boasted that it would be held on Monroe's most luxurious cruise ship.They exchanged quite a few heated statements that day, which made Julia wonder if Jared did it to get revenge on her behalf.'No way,' Julia thought. She shook her head, trying to brush off the thought. Although Jared had confessed to her, Julia couldn't believe it. She felt that it was just a spur of the moment.How could Jared spend so much money for her sake? Julia was convinced that Jared had other plans for the cruise ship.While engrossed
'Her? How could she be so pretty?!'Driven by envy, Vivien bit her lower lip. It wasn't the first time she saw Julia in a wedding dress. But the first time was not as impressive compared to what she was wearing now.Vivien remembered that Julia was wearing a plain gown with simple make-up and hairstyle last time. But today was different; not only was she wearing an elegant dress, but Julia also had exquisite make-up that perfectly matched her complexion and features.Nobody would be able to miss how Julia had improved. She looked better, from her skin condition to her charming face, as if glowing before them. It was quite different from before, and now she appeared undeniably attractive.Vivien looked at Carter, who was still staring at Julia in awe. "Carter, you–" Vivien's words were interrupted when Carter suddenly walked toward Julia as if compelled to do so.He stood beside Julia and glanced over his and Julia's reflection in the mirror. Carter suddenly imagined a few moments with
Joseph was taken aback when Jared stood up. Out of curiosity, Joseph peeked at Jared’s phone and gasped at what he saw.Why was Julia wearing a wedding gown with Lincoln? He observed Jared’s reaction for a few seconds.With a sullen expression, Jared asked Cameron the location of the bridal shop.On the other side, Cameron was overjoyed that Jared responded and he was coming to the shop. ‘Let’s see how you’ll handle this, Julia.” Cameron smirked.After receiving the shop's location, Jared wasted no time and drove there. Oblivious to what was happening outside, Julia was busy posing for pictures with Lincoln.After a couple of takes, Julia rubbed her right eyelid and closed her eyes. Lincoln immediately noticed it and worriedly asked, “What’s wrong, miss?”“Not sure; my eyelid just twitched.” And as soon as Julia finished talking, she noticed the door opening from outside. Behind the glass was Jared walking toward them with heavy footsteps.Julia’s eyes widened in shock, and the flower
For an instant, Julia was astounded. Her eyes brightened, and seeing Jared in a pink suit made her feel weird. Although he had a cold demeanor, it suited him well and wasn't out of place. It somewhat made him younger."Weird enough?" Jared asked with furrowed brows."C'mon, don't frown. You look good and youthful in that suit." Julia thought there was a lack of it. "You should smile, and that makes you more handsome." Julia's words weren't like before. There was no more bragging about it.In Julia's mind, Jared dressed dazzlingly. She didn't mean Jared wasn't good-looking enough in his usual black, white, and gray suit. His visuals and vibe now brought a style that caught everyone's attention around his circle.Julia felt he became more captivating and fresh, making its freshness drip in the water. She expressed her appreciation for how handsome she was left and right, even said she was blown by the wind, making her heart race, and couldn't help but smile.With that, Jared laughed his