NovelEnglishChapter 2909 James invited Jessie to join them, but was then concerned that Marcus might not be pleased.
However, upon Marcus opening the door, James didn't encounter his usual stern expression. This eased James’ apprehension.
During their enjoyment, Jessie positioned herself beside Marcus.
Despite his lack of response, he didn't reject her. Given their shared social circle, he avoided causing embarrassment to the girl.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtFurthermore, he was currently unattached.
However, when Jessie intimately clung to Marcus’ arm, her affection failed to stir any reaction from him. With a subtle frown, he rose and stated, “I'm heading to the bathroom.” In reality, he desired a cigarette.
After a while, he planned to return. The monotony had set in after half an hour of sitting.
Unforeseen by him, Melissa was there when he stepped out.
(Eagles) Positioned at the bathroom door, Melissa stood two meters away from Marcus. Gazing up at him, she observed him smoking. Her attention then shifted to the lipstick stain on his shirt.
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The atmosphere seemed to drop several hundred degrees.
Marcus’ eyes seemed to carry some sort of emotion as he stared at Melissa, but only for a moment.
Soon, the almost-tender look in his eye disappeared.
He stood up straight, elongating his slender body.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThen he slowly turned his head and stubbed out the cigarette between his fingers. In an emotionless voice, he asked, “Why are you here? How many times do | have to tell you not to look for me? Melissa, no matter what you do, it's useless. We had our share of good times, but those days are over. Besides, | already told you that if you have a request, just say it” The dying embers on the cigarette butt sputtered feebly before going out.
Marcus turned around, and there was no emotion on his handsome face.
“I've told you that you can have anything you want-except me.” He had done all the talking up until this point. Melissa said nothing, but she kept staring at him. After a long time, she finally opened her mouth and asked in a hoarse voice, “Marcus, do you have someone else?” Marcus was stunned.
Then he followed her gaze and saw the lipstick mark on the collar of his shirt.
Jessie must've left it there on purpose.
Marcus forced a smile and said casually, “That shouldn't concern you
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