The Unwilling CEO’s Love Game

Chapter 33

Jocelyn’s ears perked up, her heart in her throat

Its not that she was nosy about Melvin’s private life, but knowing why he was so dead-set against marriage would’ve

been a small comfort.

“Preston!”

Right as Preston was about to spill the beans, in walked Melvin, face stormy as a thundercloud.

The diner fell silent as the grave with Melvin’s entrance.

A few young gals got all hot and bothered at the sight of him. The guy was too handsome for his own good.

Preston rolled his eyes helplessly and muttered an apologetic “Can’t tell ya today” to Jocelyn.

She nodded, getting the picture

Even if Preston had the guts to spill, she wasn’t sure she had the guts to hear it.

“Flight’s at six, pack your bags. I’ll drop you off at the airport, Melvin commanded, not giving Preston room to argue.

Preston was speechless, mouth agape, ending up with a forced laugh.

A laugh tinged with frustration.

He puffed his cheeks, nodding at Melvin. “Good for you!”

Melvin shot him a frosty look. “Want me to change your flight to three o’clock?”

If Preston didn’t have respect for him as an uncle, he’d have thrown his unfinished drink right in Melvin’s face.

“I’m out,” Preston said, bidding Jocelyn a reluctant goodbye. “See you.”

Jocelyn didn’t want to meddle in their family drama, so she just nodded and said, “Make sure to have fun on your break, but sneak in a bit of reading too.”

“Got it, Preston replied, clearly down in the dumps.

Melvin shooed Preston into the car with a look and didn’t drive off right away, waiting for Jocelyn instead.

There she stood, not moving an inch.

finally, Melvin took a few

step he took stirred up her

man she still loved, and her feelings were not yet

until he stood right before her.

we’ve broken up, stop snooping around my business, Melvin finally uttered

settled down for

“You flattered yourself. Your

to crumble in front of him, Jocelyn scoffed coldly and quickly

her eyes

went off on

head, to shake off

trip with him?” Ursula,

up,

at her neck. “Still

drawer that morning, she hadn’t planned to wear it, but

anyone knew the necklace’s backstory, wearing it on

didn’t see it, it was all

it.” she said, though her voice betrayed her insecurity.

herself under the blanket and sincerely said, “That’s great. This trip is perfect for a potential fling. I’m up

glided smoothly, Jocelyn gazed at the receding runway, her mood lifting

came just for them. After checking in, Jocelyn changed into a pink V-neck sleeveless top with loose straight-leg jeans, her hair cascading down her shoulders, looking lively

stunning.

sunglasses and a pair of comfy white sneakers before heading out.

but whistle in admiration, eyes shining. “You look amazing.

up appearances as a teacher at work, Jocelyn shot back, “Haven’t seen you decked out like this either.”

allure, I’m here for a romantic adventure, so gotta

blast

a bite in a restaurant, they strolled around nearby.

off her glasses, looking at

crew taking pictures.

her instantly.

It was Willow.

recognized

to, bumping into a buzzkill when all she wanted was a breather. “Are you going to say hi? Jocelyn kept her feelings

crazy luck,” Ursula whispered, sneaking a photo with her phone.

that moment, Jocelyn’s mood soured.

run into

clearly, fate wasn’t on her

as Jocelyn and Ursula lounged on