Never Too Far Novel

Chapter 1451-1460

Jessie’s throat began to feel dry as she continued to stare. She picked up the bottle of water beside her and took a few swigs. Julian went to his shooting spot and sat on a swivel-top stool that showed off his long legs in all their glory. He was holding a rose in his hand, taking a whiff of its scent. His brows were trimmed and almost pointed; his thin lips pursed; his eyes filled with longing. Jessie couldn’t help but be held captivated by the sight of him.

Right then, he switched his pose. He spotted her right away as he looked beyond the camera. The sight of her almost made him get out of character as a hint of a smile flashed across his eyes. The smile in his eyes filled her heart with sweetness, and she returned a brilliant smile of her own.

The shoot was over in a moment. All the crew members were cleaning things up for the next session. Ashley then came to Jessie. “Jessie, Young Master Julian requires you in the waiting room.”

After getting informed of that, she went over as per request. When she opened the door to the waiting room and entered, she noticed Julian was the only occupant inside. He was still wearing the clothes from earlier, and she couldn’t help but peer at him like he was some work of art.

“You’re so handsome,” she praised. In the past, she would feel blessed just from having a few glances at the shots of Julian. So, naturally, she was ecstatic now that she had the privilege to see him at work closely.

Julian cocked his eyebrow upon hearing that. “Do you like it?” He wished for her approval.

“Of course. In fact, I love it,” Jessie spoke with passion and enthusiasm.

He extended his hand. “Come here.”

She took a seat on the couch and caressed his clothes. Silky smooth, she remarked in her mind.

“You came here quite early. Did you come here for me?” He narrowed his eyes as he asked.

Her cheeks burned, but she confessed, “Yes, that’s right.” It’s my day off. I’d have slept in if it were not because I would like to see you.

A contented smile tugged on his lips. All of a sudden, he leaned into her, and she ended up lying on the couch in an attempt to keep some distance between them. He placed his hands on either side of her frame, pushing himself up. The silky shirt he wore slid down and revealed his sturdy, sexy abs.

Julian had never shown his abs to anyone, but now she could stare at them as much as she wanted. It would have been a dream come true if she could touch them, but…

The position we’re in is quite awkward. What is he trying to—

Jessie’s thought was cut short when he leaned down and kissed her forehead, and she closed her eyes out of reflex. That forehead kiss was as far as he would go, or at least that was what he would do at first. However, now that she was playing along, he might as well take up on her offer. He moved down to the tip of her nose and gave it a peck. Then, he started moving downward again and pressed his lips against hers, sucking on it softly now and then.

Her mind went blank out of shock, but her heart pounded loud and fast out of embarrassment. Omigosh, we’re kissing in the waiting room while the crew members are all going around outside. This is going to be embarrassing if we get found. But… his kiss is just so gentle. She instinctively held his lower torso. Holy moly, his fans would kill me if they saw me hugging their idol.

After what had happened last time, Ashley was on her guard. A few crew members tried to go into the waiting room to unload some stuff, but she stopped them. “Sorry, but Young Master Julian is doing something important inside. He will not take kindly to any visitors,” she said. She had no idea what was happening inside, but her job was to keep her boss’ personal affairs away from the public’s prying eyes.

Eventually, Jessie found herself leaning on Julian’s chest, his hold on her tight. A moment later, the hug ended, but she could still feel the strong thump of his heartbeat smashing against her chest. Oh god, this is so embarrassing. She had never even held a boy’s hand before. This was her first relationship, yet her boyfriend was the man of many women’s dreams. Thus, she had yet to learn how to deal with this kind of stuff at times.

“I hope I didn’t scare you.” Julian looked at her, amused.

Jessie shook her head and met his gaze. “You didn’t. I like kissing you.”

His heart leaped with joy upon hearing that. He leaned down and pecked her lips. “So, do you now understand how I feel about you?”

Of course, she did. Still, she had a hard time believing in all of this as everything felt like a dream to her. “Do you like me?” That was her insecurity speaking.

Solemnly, he answered, “Yes.”

Jessie rested her head on his chest and stared at his collarbone before reaching over to touch it. Julian huffed, “Stop touching.”

“Hey, you just kissed me, so why can’t I touch you? That’s so unfair.” It’s only fair if I get to touch him since he kissed me just now.

He looked at her with resignation in his eyes. “That’s not what I meant. You can touch me, but I can’t go out looking like this, you know. You can’t expect me to stay in this room forever.”

O-Oh, that’s what he’s trying to say. She quickly got up. “I-I’ll go out, then. You do what you have to do.” She picked her bag up and combed her hair before exiting the room. She was so embarrassed that she couldn’t even look at Ashley, who stood right outside the waiting room.

Jessie made her way to the coffee shop on the third floor, but her face was still red. Gilmore Corporation had built the coffee shop specifically for its artists and employees. It was a high-end place. She waited for Julian in the coffee shop, and it was not until 11.00AM that he finally showed up. This time, he was in casual attire, yet he looked elegant nonetheless.

She couldn’t help but steal a glance at him before staring at the ground swiftly soon after.

“We’re having lunch together. Then, it’s free time. You can go wherever you want, and I’ll come with you.”

“Really? I can go anywhere I want?” she asked, the anticipation in her voice almost palpable.

“Yep.”

“Can I go to the amusement park, then?” She had never gone to an amusement park her whole life, not even once. Tickets were too expensive for her back then. Even though she had reunited with her family, she still hadn’t had the chance to go to an amusement park. Now that they had time, she wanted to see what that place was like. And with Julian by my side, this is going to be great.

“Sure, I’ll go.” He smiled.

They departed for the amusement park after having lunch. Ashley bought all the disguise items for them on their way: masks, sunglasses, and hats. Jessie went for a mask and a hat, while Julian only wore a pair of sunglasses. Apparently, he wasn’t worried about getting recognized.

Ashley pleaded, “Sir, your fans can recognize you from a mile away if you have no mask on. You should wear one for the sake of public safety.”

“I’m his fan, and I don’t even need to see his face to recognize him. His body shape’s enough,” Jessie remarked.

He smiled as he looked at her. “So, you’ve fallen for me even before we met, huh?”

“Yep. I saw you during my first year in the industry and have fallen for you since then.” She smiled smugly.

Julian straightened her hat and her mask. Then, he pushed her hair back.

Ashley watched on as the couple flirted with each other. Hey, do you mind? I’m still single, you know. Cut back on the show of affection, alright?

Even though it was on a weekday, the amusement park had quite a few visitors. Ashley entered with the couple, acting as their errand girl. Though, there was a perk: she could go on the rides as well. Julian and Jessie looked like a perfect couple together. Ashley bought Jessie a cute headband the moment they entered the amusement park.

Jessie took her hat off and wore the headband. It was indeed an adorable sight to behold. “I’ll snap a pic for you two.” Ashley held her phone up and trotted ahead.

Julian pulled Jessie into his embrace, and she leaned on his chest bashfully while making a peace sign.

It was a photo taken with a phone, but the couple was gorgeous enough to make the picture look like it was taken with a DSLR.

Jessie took Ashley along with her to take a ride on the carousel. Julian waited for them outside the ride, holding Jessie’s bag and her drink like any other boyfriend would. The only thing that set him apart from the other boyfriends was that he was a drop-dead handsome guy. As he waited for the ladies, he took it as his responsibility to take photos of his girlfriend. His phone was filled with pictures of her from all kinds of angles.

Right after Jessie got off the carousel, her attention was drawn by the screams coming from the other side. Oh, a roller coaster. She then pointed at it and said, “I want to ride that one.”

Ashley felt her legs buckle upon realizing which ride Jessie was referring to. “I can’t go with you on that one, Jessie.”

Jessie held Julian’s arm. “In that case, you come with me.”

Lovingly, he replied, “Sure.”

She thought she could stomach the roller coaster, but she soon realized how wrong she was. She came off the ride looking pallid as a ghost. She held onto Julian like a koala hugging a eucalyptus tree. I shouldn’t have done that.

“So, still wanna go for another round?” He grinned.

Jessie waved her hands violently. “No, no thanks.” They went for other rides after that, and delight returned to her in no time. She also loved that romantic emotions were stirring fast between her and Julian during this trip.

Ashley parted ways with them halfway through, leaving the couple on their own.

Jessie jostled through the crowd, holding onto Julian’s hand. She was as happy as a lark, and the euphoria she felt infected him. As they moved through the crowd, his eyes only fixed on her and no one else.

When she found out there would be a fireworks show and a mini concert later in the night, she couldn’t wait for noontime to pass. We can do more stuff at night, and there’ll be less risk of having our identities found out.

on a bench as dusk approached. Jessie was getting drowsy for a moment,

he played some games on his phone. It didn’t take long for her to recharge, and soon enough, she was ready to get back to the fun. Streetlamps shone upon the land, lighting up the

and awaited the fireworks show. It was stated to begin at 8.30PM, and they got themselves a good spot right before it started. Jessie leaned in Julian’s embrace as she watched the fireworks go off in the night sky. Whenever she shuddered from the sound of explosions, Julian would cover her ears. Any woman would feel moved that the man they liked cared so much for them,

back to her home, Julian was rather reluctant to bid her goodbye. That trip to the amusement

meeting with her friend. Louie went to work this morning, so I hope he’s probably not at my home now. However, her hope was dashed. She came home to a dimly lit living room, and the said man was sitting on the couch with a laptop on his lap, working. “Why’d you come here?”

took her bag and said, “Well, I find most places boring. Your home is the

I got from the

tired? Up for dinner? I can treat

Wait a minute. She turned her head sharply

I thought you’d come back home

ten. You could at least get some supper, you know. I’m

have some food my assistant gave me this morning. After

to say he wanted her, but he figured she might get mad and kick

poached eggs for him. After making up her mind about what she was going to make, she grabbed the ingredients she needed out of the fridge. She then returned to her room and changed into casual attire before coming back out.

could hear the sounds of cooking coming out of the kitchen, and a smile tugged his lips. I’ve been dreaming of this. A gentle wife and a warm, fuzzy home. It’s

eggs for him. She also cracked some eggs into it to add some flavor to it. With how famous she was getting, eating out was no longer an option for her. Most of the time, she would cook for herself; thanks to that, she was now a half-decent cook. Thus, Louie couldn’t help but drool slightly at the tantalizing smell of the

back out and served the food on the table. He shut his laptop off and approached the table. “Smells good,” he remarked as he took a whiff.

a

frown creased his forehead. I hold you every day, and I can tell you’re

eat,” she said. “And you should go home after you’re done

knew she wasn’t trying to chase him off for real as he didn’t sense

a shower. He finished his poached eggs

uncorking a bottle of wine. Louie came in with a glass in his hand to join her. She stared into the distance, and suddenly, she asked, “So, what are

had wanted to hide it from her, but she still found out about it in

you know about

I reckon we should break up. It is the best solution.” This is

up won’t solve anything. I

refused to let go. Instead, he pulled her

you really going to leave me

That was the one question she had never spent time considering, but she knew

the price.” He looked at

in her eyes. “But… you’ll have to pay a heavy price

handle this, don’t worry. Then, we’ll have a wedding. A formal announcement that you’ll be my wife,” he promised. She looked at him, tears of happiness welling in her eyes. He leaned down to kiss her tears away. Then, he held her cheeks gently before pressing his lips

moments. Eva could feel him taking her glass away before he picked

had been declining, so they had to use a trump card to solve

conglomerate. Its net worth was at least ten times what the Constantines’ business was worth. Stardom used to be a small entertainment company, but thanks to Louie, it was

had just returned home. She came to the living room and saw her father looking distressed as he sat on the couch. She took a seat beside him and promised, “Don’t worry, Dad. I’ll marry him,

have to do whatever you can. They say

she’s merely his plaything, I’m sure. Anyway, I ain’t worried much about that. I’ll just have to make sure he won’t sleep around once we’re married.” She was a broad-minded woman. She didn’t expect

to them tomorrow.” She wasn’t planning on talking to Louie. Instead, she wanted to see Eva, for she was the one standing between her

morning, Louie was already gone, but there was a slip of paper with a message written on it lying before her bed.

out of bed and went to the dining room. A smile crept on her face when she noticed a set of breakfast was already placed on the table. All her life, she was used to living by herself, but now that she

it

would like to talk to you,”

then replied, “Sorry, I don’t

an hour. I’ll be waiting for you in

to talk to me? Reluctantly, she went to meet up with Lucy. Eva saw her in the coffee shop and figured she must have dressed herself up for the occasion. Lucy was quite a beauty, but not as beautiful as Eva. Everyone knew Eva as the most beautiful

Duncan, I heard

moment and nodded. “I do

is bound by law. You’re the homewrecker in our relationship. Should your

changed slightly. “Mind your tongue. You two haven’t even married yet, so I’m not a

soon, though. What will you do when

trying to say?” Fury was starting to

you to

been bossy from the moment they met. Eva might be

of his company’s shares. That’s astronomical. Unless he marries me, my

Silence took Eva.

his company runs into trouble, all his love for you will turn into resentment. Men like Louie love nothing more than their

silent. She had that talk

You don’t have to obsess over Louie.” Lucy took a step

Lucy’s eyes as she said icily, “But he

did you say?

the only one he loves. He won’t fall for anyone else. Not ever,” Eva answered calmly. “Miss Constantine, you won’t be happy marrying a man

you be sure he doesn’t like

since then. I’m not trying to brag, but he really loves me.”

leave him behind now, not when the alternative was… this woman. If Louie would hold on, then so would

not Eva. Lucy knew whatever she said was the truth, after all. “Eva, beauty fades with age. He won’t stay in love with you once you

he still likes me now. Anyway, I’ll be taking my leave now.

humiliated. She’s showing off, huh? “I bet he won’t stay in love with you if you lose that pretty face of yours.” Just

It felt like a weight had been lifted off her shoulders. She

the conference room, his assistant happily reported, “President Gilmore,

lips as he whisked out his phone to call

went

“You’re here?”

“Yes.”

“Come to my office.”

termination. So, I’m not going up there,”

same time, Eva was in the legal department, talking to the manager. The manager was in a dilemma. He didn’t have enough clearance to handle her contract termination, but she wouldn’t let him

then we’ll have to do it by the book.” Eva was in a pure white dress, and

can do about this. I can’t do anything without the boss’ orders. I don’t have the authority to handle anything related

care. You’re printing the contract, then I’ll

someone to print the contract, but then he saw his boss at the office’s doorstep. His eyes shone with hope

sigh. He came

your work,” Louie said. The manager scooted off immediately. Louie turned his attention to Eva. One look into her eyes, and he knew she

Eva blinked. “Anything? Really?”

ask for anything. Other than contract termination, of

me your shares,”

for a moment. “You want

no?”

course not. I can give it to you if that’s what you want,” he replied. “But the pressure would

a question. If you were to give me your shares, does that mean the Constantines can’t have it

so you’re worried about me, is

“How?”

really, really want this plot of land, but they don’t have enough connections to get it. However, I do. I’ll talk to them. They’ll have two choices; either they get the plot of land, or they get my shares. The latter of which

feel stars spinning around her. Even though she had seen many handsome actors in her career, they never made her heart race. Louie was the only one who had that effect on

He got up and extended

had been a rumor spreading around the company. It was about her going to marry Louie soon, and the fact that they were holding hands right at this moment just gave credence

to his office. One of the reasons was that she wanted to stay away from him. The other reason was that he

his cup.

so beautiful. All of a sudden, Louie hugged her from behind, and it made her stiffen up a little. I still can’t get used to this show of affection, especially when

place tonight?” he whispered into

over it for a moment before nodding.

heaved a sigh of relief. Finally! She’s finally let go of

the couple, though they still posted the pictures online. Eventually, those

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