Semua Bab Easy, Mr. Bigshot: Bab 241 - Bab 250

"Where are you?" Jethro asked just as I was on the verge of ending the call.His question sent a jolt through my heart. I hesitated, about to answer, "I’m at…"Suddenly, Anna's voice interrupted from his side, "Come on, Jethro. We need to finalize our engagement arrangements."A wave of sadness washed over me. He was with Anna, discussing their wedding plans. It felt like salt on an open wound. I couldn’t bring myself to respond and abruptly hung up.There I was by the roadside, laughing bitterly at my folly. Jethro was about to be engaged to Anna, and yet, I couldn’t let go of him. Reaching out to him at such a moment, I was no better than a woman trying to break up someone else’s relationship.It seemed that I'd overestimated my significance in his world. His commitment to Anna signified the end of any significance I once held. Curling up, I succumbed to an overwhelming wave of loneliness and helplessness.As night fell, I just sat by the roadside, attracting curious glances fr

I laid awake in Jethro’s arms all night, my mind consumed with the thought of his impending engagement to Anna."Are you truly at peace with marrying Anna? Won’t you regret this decision?" After much internal struggle, I finally voiced the question, uncertain if he was asleep.His response was indirect. "Does it truly matter whether I’m at peace or not?"I sensed his reluctance about the engagement."If you're unwilling, why are you proceeding with the engagement? Isn’t the idea of spending a lifetime with someone you don’t love a painful thought?" I asked, searching for a truthful answer, secretly hoping he would reconsider the engagement."In my world, decisions aren’t often ours to make. These decisions are swayed by factors beyond mere willingness." Jethro’s dark eyes bore into mine. His tone was flat, but I sensed a hint of helplessness.I didn’t know how to respond to his comment. Perhaps his choices were anchored in familial obligations that went beyond personal desires. I

Hearing Summer's words, I realized hiding my pregnancy from Jethro would be incredibly difficult. Eager to steer clear of this sensitive subject, I shifted our conversation to lighter topics before departing.I had impulsively decided to keep the baby, yet I had no clue how to keep it a secret from Jethro. Given his intelligence, if I claimed the baby was another man’s, he'd never believe me.Today was Jethro's engagement day, and though I had initially resolved to remain ignorant of the event, curiosity got the better of me. I switched on the TV, only to be greeted by the repeated coverage of his engagement ceremony.Jethro was dressed in a pristine white suit, looking tall and imposing. His usual cold, detached demeanor and penetrating dark eyes were unmistakable. He always had a way of capturing the spotlight. Anna stood beside him, her arm hooked through his. Dressed in a champagne-colored gown, she looked stunning. Her body was perfectly accentuated, and her face bore an enchan

Anna glared at me, her malice more pronounced than ever."Do as you wish, but before that, please leave my house!" I said coldly as I returned her glare unflinchingly. I was used to her threats by now and frankly, I didn't care."Don't think you can intimidate me by clinging to Jethro. You’ll not live a day of peace in Arrowdale!" Anna's fury escalated when she realized her threats were ineffective and her voice grew sharper with anger.With one last indifferent glance, I slammed the door shut, unwilling to waste more words on this woman. Already irritable, Anna's visit added to my turmoil. I wasn't afraid of what she might do, but I loathed being misunderstood and threatened. Anna kicked the door repeatedly in frustration, and although I was seething, I refrained from opening it again. Eventually, she left.Two days passed, and Anna's visit faded from my thoughts. I carried on with my daily routine, searching online for pregnancy tips and job opportunities. However, that day, as I

"I believe you."Jethro's affirmation, coming at a moment when I doubted his trust, unexpectedly moved me."You do?" I choked up as my tears welled up."I know what kind of person Anna is. I’ll handle this. You won’t be wronged." Jethro’s response was indirect, but it touched me deeply."Thank you." It was all I could say.I understood that Jethro was extending more kindness than necessary. He could’ve easily disregarded this matter as it barely affected him. His prestigious status shielded him from public backlash. But for me, an ordinary individual, the situation was potentially devastating."I don’t need your thanks, Serena. Remember, only I have the right to bully you. No one else is allowed to."Jethro’s words, meant to be reassuring, somehow diminished the emotional impact of the moment. His reason for helping me was rooted in his possessiveness over me. In his eyes, I remained his, and he was the only one allowed to trouble me."You have a knack for dampening the mood ju