CHAPTER 26: CHAPTER 26: RELUCTANT TO SEE HER LEAVE

Grace’s eyes were somewhat absent-minded. If she had succeeded at the hotel back then, shouldn’t the position of Mrs. Green be hers?

Suppressing her discomfort, she forced a smile and offered her congratulations, "Stellan, congratulations, you’re about to become Mrs. Green."

Stellan felt mixed emotions. Indeed, if she became Mrs. Green, how many women would envy her?

But would a position obtained by such means have the intended effect?

At this moment, Jacob probably hated her family to death; how would he ever help Quinn Corporation in the future?

If they got married, would he treat her well?

The answer was too uncertain.

She felt very unsure in her heart.

Not to mention that the two of them had completely fallen out in his office before; how would they get along in the future?

Stellan linked arms with her, walking into the house together. "Jacob’s temper has always been bad. I’m worried he won’t be able to swallow this and will want revenge."

"Once you marry him and have a son or daughter, your bond will deepen, and this will be nothing."

"I hope so, but I’m really anxious right now."

"Don’t overthink it; you have the photos, Jacob won’t dare to make rash moves. If such a reputation-damaging scandal breaks out given his status, recovery is hard. What good is money when you’ve lost your reputation?"

Stellan nodded, choosing to comfort herself that way.

——

Lucy Eaton was stunned while browsing the news after nine o’clock, seeing the sudden headline.

[Jacob Green and Stellan Quinn are about to announce their engagement in three days!]

Just as she clicked on the content, Jacob walked in.

"Marrying Stellan Quinn, that’s your way of dealing with it?"

He leisurely removed his clothes, ignoring her question.

Lucy set the phone on the table, looking at him inquisitively, "Why don’t you speak?"

He stepped forward, bent down, and lifted her from the bed, "Accompany me in the shower."

Lucy struggled, "I’ve already showered."

"Take another one."

"No!"

It turned out that resistance was futile.

She ultimately had to obediently accompany him soaking in the bathtub.

Might as well, she thought, since she wouldn’t be doing this for many more days.

Thinking that their days together were about to end, she suddenly wanted to speak candidly to him.

"Mr. Green."

"Hmm?"

Lying back with her hands behind her head, gazing at the ceiling, she said, "Do you remember what I once told you? I said when you marry, you should find someone you like. Even if your family wants you to marry someone you don’t like, don’t agree, no matter the reason."

Jacob tilted his face, his gaze resting on the small mole on her nose. "I remember."

"A woman can marry someone who loves her but whom she doesn’t love. Most women will go with whomever treats them well. Among these people, many end up developing emotions for their husbands over time, because women are emotional. Men, on the other hand, are rational. Most men who marry someone who loves them but whom they don’t love might fulfill their duties well but will never love their wives, no matter what. For those who don’t love you either, your marriage with Stellan Quinn, unless you still care for her like before, it won’t end well, because you use your ways to make those who’ve plotted against you live in suffering."

"It seems during the time together, you have come to understand me somewhat."

More than just understanding...

Lucy smiled bitterly in her heart, having been secretly married to him for six years, felt personally the results, didn’t she?

"Mr. Green, I know you have many ways to make the Quinn Family pay for their actions, but it doesn’t necessarily have to involve your marriage; it isn’t worth it."

"I never planned on marrying her."

Upon hearing this, Lucy understood suddenly, "I overthought it."

Jacob smiled slightly and kissed her on the cheek. "Right now, marrying her seems less appealing than marrying you."

Lucy’s face changed slightly. Even though she knew he was speaking casually, she couldn’t help feeling tense.

In this life, she absolutely did not wish to marry him again; even if there was a chance, she wouldn’t take it!

Though she thought this, she didn’t want to let him see through it. "Mr. Green is wealthy and will naturally marry someone with fair skin, good looks, and a well-off family. It won’t fall to marrying someone of my status."

"You do have some self-awareness."

Lucy chuckled upon hearing his words, straddling his waist, leaning down for a gentle kiss on his lips.

Jacob’s hands rested at the lower part of her back, his tongue intertwining with hers.

His body responded as swiftly as an inflating balloon.

She couldn’t help but move slightly.

The water from the faucet filled the bathtub, overflowing the edges.

The two enjoyed a pleasantly relaxing bath.

The shadows in Jacob’s heart were thoroughly cleansed.

He had a peaceful night’s sleep.

October 12th, 13th, and 14th passed quickly in succession.

The fifteenth day arrived.

It was the day of Jacob Green and Stellan Quinn’s engagement.

The ceremony and banquet were held at the Green Family’s old mansion.

The time was set for evening.

The attendees were relatives and friends of the Quinn and Green families.

Lucy Eaton did not attend.

She didn’t even look at the news online.

She spent the afternoon working out at the gym, her limbs felt sore, and she went to bed early.

When she woke again, it was already the next morning.

The sound of running water from the restroom indicated someone was in there.

She sat up and got dressed.

Today was the last day staying here.

She planned to share one last breakfast with him.

As for the last day, Jacob had forgotten.

Until after two p.m. when his secretary brought the collaborative project order for his approval, saying, "Mr. Green, this is the order from our cooperation with the Palmer Group a month ago, needing your review and signature."

The words ’one month’ suddenly activated in his mind.

Jacob then recalled the one-month contract with Lucy Eaton.

Calculating the time carefully, today was the last day!

How did it pass so quickly?

After signing, he left work early and returned to Blossom Haven.

Lucy was lounging on the sofa on the balcony, basking in the sun and reading.

Unexpectedly seeing his car drive in, she was somewhat surprised.

When he came up, she asked, "Is there something wrong? Why are you back so early?"

"Our one-month transaction, when does it expire?"

"Tomorrow it doesn’t exist."

"Why didn’t you remind me?"

Lucy found it amusing, "That actually needs reminding?"

Jacob sat beside her, his fingers interlaced, gaze deep, "How about another month?"

She set the book on the small glass table, and responded calmly, "That’s probably not going to happen."

"Why not?"

"I’ve decided to settle down after being adrift," she said matter-of-factly, "I won’t be involved in flesh trade anymore."