Chapter 158

Estrella, unfazed, began to speak, “Of course its…”

She couldn’t finish her sentence before Jason shot her a chilling look that made her swallow her words. Fine, have it your way,” she conceded with a sigh. She thought to herself, ‘Such a petty man with double standards.’

To keep the peace, Estrella pocketed the harsh words she wanted to say.

Estrella didn’t pull her hand away or protest when he made their relationship public. Jason grabbed her hand, and their fingers intertwined. They had barely reached the entrance when Bryce, all hustle and bustle, approached them. “Estrella, where’ve you been? I waited ages and finally came looking for you.”

Noticing Estrella’s hand in someone else’s, Bryce didn’t even grant Jason a glance. He just whisked Estrella away, looping his arm through hers. “I’ve got the gang together to keep you company,” he said.

Estrella’s voice was tinged with sarcasm. “Don’t be shy on my account.” Her comment wasn’t just about Bryce’s presumptuous behavior but also about his disregard for Jason.

Bryce chuckled. “C’mon, we are friends.”

Estrella had to remind him, “Did you see the man behind you?”

Only then did Bryce take notice of Jason’s brooding presence behind him. He jumped at the sight of Jason’s dark stare, then casually said, “Hey, bro. You’re here too. Just make sure Serene’s taken care of. I’ve got Ella covered.”

Jason shoved his hands in his pockets and watched Bryce in silence.

Unphased by Jason’s presence, Bryce told his friends, “The queen bee has returned. Make sure you treat her right.”

“And remember,” Bryce added, “she can’t stand smoke, so no cigarettes tonight, guys.”

Estrella amidst a group of

win, I’ll crack walnuts with my bare hands

“Sure thing.”

a drink? Here’s some milk.”

some fruit? Just open

just as

Estrella – playing games, feeding her snacks,

sure knew how to

Estrella are still this tight,

“Definitely.”

to Estrella for so long, you got your eye on her?”

carefree, boasted, “Of course, I am the best.” He didn’t mention pursuing Estrella, let alone the fact that she was

followed her lead into the program but eventually ended up drifting through a job at Nelson International.

were on the sidelines, cheering for Estrella and watching as some other

of the couch as if Estrella

turned, Jason now watched as Estrella became the

internal struggle was palpable. Admitting Estrella was his

as he returned to his seat,

was laughing joyously. He longed to whisk her away from the adoring crowd.

of the bo whose hands were reddened

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