Semua Bab Easy, Mr. Bigshot: Bab 251 - Bab 260

I assumed Jethro's confrontation with Anna would resolve everything. Believing she’d cease her harassment after his stringent words, I felt a sense of relief. I later found out how greatly I had underestimated the depths of a woman scorned.The following day, a violent banging at my door startled me, and opening it revealed a group of intimidating, burly men. Their threatening presence immediately set off alarms in my head. It was clear they were here with nefarious intentions.In a shaky voice, I confronted them, "Wh-Who are you?"The apparent leader, with a cold expression, asked bluntly, "Serena Hart?""Yes, that’s me. What is this about?" My anxiety grew as I stared at these intimidating men.Without responding, the leader signaled to his companions and commanded, "This is the place, guys."My confusion and fear mingled as I tried to understand their intentions, but before I could react, the leader pushed past me. His henchmen followed suit, and they began a rampage. They sma

After the unsettling event, peace was restored to my home. The next time I went out, I couldn't help but notice extra security guards in my building. A little digging revealed that Jethro had filed a complaint about the building's security. Considering his influence in Arrowdale, it was no surprise that his concerns were promptly addressed.His public involvement in a matter that concerned me was both shocking and touching. I appreciated his gesture but couldn't help feeling uneasy about his changing attitude toward me. I was afraid that if he continued being this considerate, I might not be able to keep my feelings in check.While I sat amid the new furniture in my living room and struggled to connect with the memories that once filled this space, my thoughts were interrupted by a call from Mason. I paused for a moment before picking up."Yes, Mason?" I greeted him enthusiastically.My focus had been on my pregnancy and job hunting lately, and that left little room for anything el

"I’m just concerned about you, Rina. You seemed unwell yesterday, so I asked my housekeeper to prepare something light for you," Mason explained as he walked past me into the kitchen.He set down some packed food on the table and opened it. As he placed an open box before me, I saw that the meal he brought was simple and light."Thanks, Mason. This is very kind of you, but you don’t need to go to such lengths next time," I said, feeling a mix of gratitude and unease.Mason’s intentions were clear, but because of my complicated history with Jethro, I hesitated to get closer to Mason. Surprisingly, he didn't bring up any of the widely circulated rumors about me and Jethro, adding to my bewilderment."I don’t mind the trouble," he replied nonchalantly, though his eyes betrayed a hint of disappointment.I didn't pursue the matter further. Instead, I started eating the breakfast he'd brought."Mason, haven’t you seen the news about Jethro lately?" I finally broached a subject that had

What surprised me though was that Mason was the boss of this hospital. I always assumed he was your typical trust-fund kid.Mason smiled. "I didn't know she was coming in for a check-up. I wouldn't have made her pay if I knew," he answered breezily. His eyes, when aimed at me, told a different story. They looked conflicted. Jethro was unaware, but Mason probably did: the floor I had got in the elevator from was the OB-GYN level."I didn't know you were the boss of this place," I said, trying a little too hard to dispel the awkwardness. "Sorry. I should’ve told you," Mason replied smilingly, though it was devoid of his usual flirtatious undertone.Ever since he learned that I was pregnant, he had stopped trying to woo me. It was a good thing—until I realized how much it bothered me to hear the distance in his tone. I saw him as a really good friend. I didn't want him to change his attitude because of this pregnancy, these things were simply out of my control.The elevator finall

"It's not you. It's me. I knew that I was never going to be with Jethro no matter how I felt, so I didn't want anyone to know. It was why I could never say yes to you."I had to tell Mason everything. Just one look at him right now made that very clear. I knew his love for me was genuine—which was why seeing him in this state alarmed me. I was once Jethro's bed partner. Even if I didn't like Jethro now, I could never fall for Mason, who was Jethro's cousin on paper but acted more like his kid brother."Enough! I don't need any more explanation from you. I'm just glad I finally know the truth after all this time. I don't… I don't have to be this idiot any longer."It was too late. Nothing I could say could help him process the hurt my secret had caused him. He probably hated me.Mason shot me one last pained look and turned away. I watched him go.He looked so abandoned, so alone.I didn't know today would come to this. I was already saddened by Jethro's latest development, and no