Chapter 158
Chapter 158:
However, Ryan found himself at a loss for words after just a few simple questions.
Jenessa couldn’t help but find it ironic that someone as supposedly all-knowing as him could be left speechless.
Disappointed, she lowered her eyes and spoke in a cold, matter-of-fact tone.
“Ryan, I’ve known you for so long, yet you don’t know my likes at all. You constantly suppress and suspect me. It’s truly absurd p>
Seeing the sadness in Jenessa’s eyes, Ryan felt a pang of guilt. Her words were true. Throughout all those years, he truly knew little about Jenessa.
“Sorry, it’s all my fault. It won’t be like that anymore,” he said sincerely.
But Jenessa’s expression remained unchanged. She replied icily, “It’s unnecessary. We have no future together anyway p>
She arched her delicate eyebrows and continued calmly, “After all, you’re going to marry Maisie eventually. We’re headed for divorce, aren’t we p>
After a moment of silence, Ryan responded, “I have my reasons for marrying Maisie. But rest assured, I will compensate you if you’re serious about design p>
“WorldLink can offer you ample resources p>
Maisie had saved his life at great risk to herself. He owed her that much, at least.
Jenessa’s smile dripped with sarcasm.
“I don’t need anyone’s charity. I can succeed on my own p>
Ryan frowned unhappily.
“What do you mean, ‘charity’? Are you still intent on going it alone? You’re just a vulnerable woman. How will you make a name for yourself in the design world p>
Jenessa glanced at him, her voice steady.
“I’ll rely on my own talents.” Her eyes gleamed with determination.
“Ryan, if you doubt me, just wait and see p>
Ryan stared at her, struck by her confident demeanor. It was a stark contrast to the past Jenessa. In that moment, he suddenly realized how much he hadn’t known about her over the past three years.
His tense expression softened.
“Alright, I’ll wait p>
After a pause, he added, “But it’s late now. You should come home with me p>
Jenessa met his gaze firmly.
“I’ve moved out. I’m not going back p>
Ryan’s mouth tightened. He hadn’t realized when she had become so stubborn.
Just as he was about to speak, both of their phones pinged with messages. They simultaneously checked their phones, their expressions changing.
Jenessa and Ryan both received an urgent message from the nursing home, imploring them to come over as soon as possible. Upon reading the message, they both instinctively worried there might be some bad news concerning Nadine. With no time to inquire further, they rushed to the nursing home.
During the drive, Jenessa struggled to contain her anxiety, haunted by the fear that something dire might have befallen Nadine. Her complexion grew increasingly pale, and in her helplessness, she subconsciously clung to Ryan’s arm, seeking comfort.
“What do you think the message means? Is your grandma going to be okay?” she asked, her voice tinged with worry.