NovelXXXChapter 1731: The situation felt like a vice grip around her heart. Corrie held her best friend hostage, leaving her torn between loyalty and the knowledge that her actions would wound Brook.
After pondering for a long time, Jennie muttered to herself, "How can I avoid hurting Brook and my best friend?" But solutions eluded her like smoke through fingers. Each tick of the clock brought the dreaded meeting tcloser, her pulse quickening with every passing moment.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtThe sound of the front door opening shattered her spiral of thoughts.
Brook's presence filled the doorway, his eyes immediately catching her hunched posture. Understanding flickered across his face as he approached. "Something's troubling you. I can see it in your eyes." Startled by his unexpected appearance, Jennie straightened, plastering on a forced smile. "What brings you hso early? I thought you'd be at the office." "Got a business trip coming up," Brook explained. “Just needed to grab sthings for a few days away." "You're leaving?" Jennie's voice caught slightly. "For several days?" Brook nodded, gesturing toward their bedroom. "Want to helppack?" Jennie's throat tightened with unspoken words. How could she explain Corrie's threats? The knowledge of Camille's closeness to Brook only added another layer of discomfort to her already complicated feelings.
As Brook disappeared into the walk-in closet, Jennie's gaze followed him, her mind racing. After a moment's hesitation, she rose to help him pack.
"Are you sure you're alright?" Brook's voice was tinged with worry as he studied her pale complexion. "You don't look well." S☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐ gl.con "What? My face is perfectly fine!" Jennie's words tumbled out defensively, her heart racing at his observation. Brook's fingers found her cheeks, playfully stretching them into an artificial smile. The gentle gesture contrasted with the storm brewing inside her.
"You can't hide it; something's dimmed your light," he said softly.
Scrambling for cover, Jennie manufactured a half-truth. "I guess I'm just down about your trip. That's all." A warm chuckle escaped Brook's lips. “Missingalready? Say the word, and I'll bring you along—keep the loneliness at bay." "Thanks, but I'd only get in your way," Jennie mumbled, her lower lip protruding slightly.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Then I'll stay," Brook declared. "Work can wait." "Absolutely not!" The force of Jennie's response surprised even her. "You're in charge now. The company needs you. How can you pay everyone if you start slacking off?" "Jayden could handle things."
Jennie shook her head firmly. "But you said he's stepped back from Owen Group. This is back from your dream-making the company thrive. It's in your hands now."
Stroking his chin thoughtfully, Brook studied her. "True enough. Butare you certain you be alright without me?"
Jennie forced her lips into a smile and nodded, busying herself with the remaining packing. Read the latest དན་ས་ chapter there! Once the suitcase was closed, she ventured, "When are you heading out?"
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