Predestined Marriage

Carl thought for a moment and took the phone to Jessica.

When Jessica saw the caller ID, her eyes dilated. She waved her hand at Carl, indicating that Carl should tell her mother that she was fine.

Anyway, he'd better say something to comfort them.

Carl nodded slightly to show that he understood. Then, he took the phone and went away.

"Carl." Arabel was not a hothead. Even at this juncture, she kept calm, "I got the news that Jessica was injured. I called her, but she didn't answer. Do you know what happened?"

"Don't worry. She's fine. She got a superficial wound. I'm at the hospital now. She's on the phone with a friend, so you can't get her."

As Carl spoke, he took a few steps towards Jessica, so that Jessica's voice could be heard by Arabel.

"That's fine." When Arabel heard Jessica's voice, she felt relieved, "Ask her to call me back later."

"Alright."

"Sorry to trouble you. You have done too much for her these years." Arabel sounded like she was touched.

family. There is no need to

chuckled, "Alright.

waited for Arabel to hang up before turning

saw Jessica looking at him. He didn't notice Jessica

charming. Her pale and thin

Jessica's beauty. He heard Jessica talking to him, but he

only ask, "Excuse

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said, Jessica

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Carl glanced at the apple

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didn't expect Carl to be here. A trace of surprise flashed across his face. "Mr. Carl, you are

if Carl shouldn't