Predestined Marriage

Carl knew as long as Jessica was calm, it meant that she had thought it through and had made up her mind.

He did not expect Jessica to mention this again. He felt unnerved.

He did not react for a long time.

Jessica waited for a moment before she knew Carl didn't intend to speak. She said, "I'll go. You can go back."

She walked away.

Carl went to grab Jessica's hand. He said firmly and urgently, "There's nothing to talk about. I can't break up!"

"It's about us. You can't make the decision yourself," Carl said. Jessica was very calm. She tried to shake off his hand but failed. "Let me go."

Carl didn't let her go.

"If you want to be photographed, I'm fine too."

"Isn't it better to be spotted? I wanted our relationship to go public."

Carl behaved like a rogue.

with an expression of helplessness. She did not try to persuade

frightened by

had never seen

again. He did not

back to my place. I've stayed up for nights. I can't drive back.

busy with work.

indeed looked

reject him. He hurriedly said, "I know that your apartment is small. I can

could not refuse ruthlessly.

joy, "Then I'll

Jessica stopped him.

you stay

Fatigue driving was dangerous.

was concerned

and said, "Yes,

slowly

the silent Jessica. But this was much better than mentioning

at