Alec froze, and his face turned pale. "To be honest, I haven't really thought about that.""So, you were sure that I would agree?" Jenny raised an eyebrow. She wanted to know where he got his confidence."It's just how I feel. I don't think you hate me all that much. I think you like me." Alec replied honestly. He couldn't lie now.Jenny didn't oppose anything he said. She hated to admit it, but what Alec said was the truth. She had begun disliking him less, even managing to catch a few feelings for him."I wouldn't give up even if you honestly don't like me. I would still love you," Alec replied after giving it some thought. He was not one to give up, even if Jenny rejected him.Jenny had to admit that his words moved her. She didn't think he would be so determined."Are you really not planning on giving me a chance?" Alec asked. His heart felt like it was about to burst.Jenny sighed a little helplessly. "It's not that. I'm afraid that if we break up, it'll be even worse than
Jenny put the earrings on, and Alec heaved a long sigh. "Well, hello there, girlfriend of mine."Jenny smiled as an unspoken happiness welled up in her chest.The crowd surrounding them couldn't help teasing them. "Stop it, you two. We're all single.""That's right. Let's eat," Stephanie chimed in. A bright smile hung off her lips. One could tell that she truly was happy for Jenny.Alec and Jenny looked at each other, smiling.Soon, the staff served them their food. They sat around the table, talking merrily. The dining hall was a harmonious place that night. But of course, there was just that one person who wasn't as happy as the rest.Paul Wagner looked at Stephane, who was sitting next to Jenny. She hadn't said a single word to him or even looked at him. An indescribable fire was burning in his stomach. He had no appetite, even with the delicious food laid out before him.After dinner, they went out to the garden to enjoy the fireworks display. Alec had prepared a long itiner
Paul's face was stone cold. He exuded disgust. "This is between Stephanie and me. Don't interfere!""Between Stephanie and you? What's there to say?" Jenny retorted. Then, she sneered. "Stephanie has already told you that she doesn't like you. Why are you still harassing her?""Control your woman, Alec Faust. Don't blame me for being crass if you don't!" He glared at Alec while suppressing his anger.Alec knew that Paul was angry, but he wasn't planning on taking Jenny away. "Don't go overboard. You'll just push her away like this." In his eyes, if Paul truly liked Stephanie, he had to pursue her sincerely. What was the point of all this?"You're choosing hoes over bros now?" Paul scoffed, feeling a twinge of disbelief.Alec said nothing, but his actions said it all. He would stand on Jenny's side.Paul retracted his gaze and looked at Stephanie once more. "You will regret your decision." Then, he turned and left. This time, he was truly incensed.Jenny waited for him to complet
Alec stopped standing up for Paul when he realized how angry Jenny was. He didn't want to upset her on his first day as her boyfriend. "Will you come to see Grandpa with me?" He shifted the topic in case Paul was brought up again.Jenny considered it. She hadn't gone to see him in a long time. She'd purposely kept herself at a distance because she didn't want to be too involved in Alec's life. But now…"Alright." She nodded, not refusing.They chatted and returned to the garden. Stephanie was resting in the guest room, and Paul had left. There were only Max and Jade in the garden. Jenny saw that there wasn't much romance between them, but it wasn't awkward, either. She even felt a little hopeful for them. If Max could let go of Jade and have a fresh start, it would be a good step in the right direction.Max's and Jade's conversation trailed off when they saw the two of them coming back. "Is everything alright?" Jade asked. Although she wasn't familiar with Stephanie, she was stil
The next day, Jenny and Alec went to see his grandfather in the old mansion. Then, they parted ways. Although they were now officially boyfriend and girlfriend, Jenny didn't seem to think there was a difference."I've been having headaches, Dr. Walter. Could you treat it?" Someone pushed open the door to her office. His voice sounded familiar.Jenny was about to refer him to the clinic because she was only in charge of surgeries and wasn't open to visits, but then she looked up and saw that the person was someone she knew. She put away the document in her hands. He sat in front of her. "Can you tell me what illness it is, Dr. Walter?""I'm a doctor, not a prophet," Jenny said. If she could tell from a glance, the hospital wouldn't even need CT scanners. They'd just need her. What was more, this man didn't even look sick. "You're underestimating yourself, Dr. Walker. Everyone in Parrington knows your skills are top-notch," he said, smiling.Jenny didn't want to play along with
Christopher was angry. It was all too sudden for him to accept. He took a deep breath and tried hard not to show it. "Think about it, Jenny. This man has hurt you before. Are you sure that you want to be with him?""Save your breath. Jenny agreed to be my girlfriend just yesterday. You won't stand a chance." Alec cut him off mercilessly. Alec's words drew a knife over Christopher's heart, and he was about to burst.Just yesterday?He had originally planned to fly over yesterday, but because his friend had invited him for some drinks, he had pushed it off until today. Regret washed over him. If he had known it earlier, he'd have come yesterday. He might have been able to stop them from getting together. But now…He wanted to say something else, but he swallowed his words when he saw the couple in their honeymoon phase. It seemed he would have no chance of bringing the Spades to prominence. "Alright, Alec. You're a lucky man." He pointed at Alec unwillingly. He was prepared to le
Christopher had no idea about Jenny and Alec's conversation. He walked out of the hospital dejectedly. When he got back to his car, he called his grandfather. "I've lost my chance, Grandpa." He told him about Alec and Jenny getting together, emphasizing that they had only gotten together yesterday and were in the honeymoon phase.Harvey Spade sighed and said, "Are you planning to give up this quickly?""What else am I going to do?" Christopher was prepared to buy a ticket to Bardoff City. He didn't want to stay in Parrington any longer.Harvey scolded him on the other end. "You're giving up because of one obstacle? What does it matter if she has a boyfriend? Don't you know how to win her over? The Fausts are only powerful in Parrington, but can they compare to us? Alec doesn't hold a candle to you. You're even more powerful than he is. What's there to worry about?"Christopher came to his senses. "That can't be a great idea." He'd become the other lover. How would he dare to show h
Christopher was speechless. Was Alec prepared to attack him because he knew that he was here to steal Jenny away from him? What a bold man! Didn't he know who Christopher was?Christopher got down the car. He wanted to see for himself what Alec was about to do.Alec was shocked to see him. He frowned, but before he could say anything, Christopher spoke first. "What are you going to do to me, Alec? Do you dare to attack me?""Why are you following us?" Alec asked.Christopher felt a little guilty, but he quickly recovered. "What do you mean? I wanted to go to this restaurant. What, are you the only people who can come here?" Although he was determined to steal Jenny away, he was at a loss for what to do.Alec glanced at him and gestured for Vincent to take his men away. He led Jenny to the restaurant, ignoring Christopher's presence.Christopher followed them quickly and walked beside Jenny with a smile. "Let's eat together, Jenny. I don't have a friend in Parrington. You're not g