30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband

Chapter 181

Chapter 181

Hearing Estrella’s question, Bryce turned around leisurely and smiled, “So you thought that if you and Jesse kept mum, I’d be clueless?”

At Bryce’s words, Estrella’s smile faltered. No wonder Bryce bought so many sour snacks this time. No wonder he insisted on joining her business trip when dropping her off at the airport. It made sense why he showed up in Harmony Springs almost immediately after she did, and why he insisted on a 24-hour vigil and claimed the couch for his bed.

He knew everything.

Bryce had a faint smile on his lips and took his right hand out of his pocket to ruffle Estrella’s hair. “Don’t worry, I won’t breathe a word to anyone, especially not Jason. But hey, if you ever need anything, just give me a buzz. I’ll be there faster than pizza delivery.”

Bryce was all seriousness now, a far cry from the usual carefree, rough-around-the-edges guy she knew. He was like this only on the rare when Estrella was feeling down, taking on the role of her steadfast protector. Back when she and Jason had gotten their marriage license, Bryce had been just as earnest, assuring her she’d regret it.

Estrella managed a weak smile, patting Bryce on the shoulder. “Thanks, Bryce. You’re a gem.”

Bryce pinched her cheek lightly. “It’s chilly out, get inside. And whatever Jason says, don’t take it to heart. Men aren’t worth your peace.

Estrella chuckled. “I know.”

“Head in then,” Bryce nudged.

“Alright.” With a nod to Bryce, Estrella turned and stepped into the foyer. Bryce watche and then strode off toward the yard with a casual wave goodbye.

Watching Bryce’s departure, a warm feeling spread through Estrella. For all his bluster, Bryce was far more attentive than Jason, full of ambition and capability, just waiting for his moment to shine.

and followed her gaze outside, saying, “Mr. Bryce is too polite,”

days. He

“Well, it’s good you’re back, Ms Estrella. The house has been like a ship without its captain with you gone. Mr. Jason’s been downright

her eyes still fixed on the yard.

and gave Estrella a wave from the passenger

“Get inside.”

on,” Estrella

feel that Estrella’s relationship with Bryce had become even better after this business trip. Marie mused

…

dialed a number the moment they left the driveway.

face darkened with every word. He ended the call abruptly. He chose not to confide in Estrella this time. With her pregnancy, he couldn’t

marry Jason had been unwise from

was

inside. It was Jason. Shé stared at the screen for a moment before

voice was

replied, her voice

so I sent Drew to pick you

she didn’t even care to ask what kept him so

Estrella abruptly ended the call. If only Jason could be as attentive and organized as Bryce, she might be inclined to

managed just fine without his ‘concerns’ over the

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