Chapter 44 Jessica Hemsworth I fondled my fingers nervously, my heart thudding loudly as I held my gaze low. Mr. Hall's eyes welcomed me as I managed to lift my gaze to him, and I felt like disappearing. I didn't invite Mr. Wong. Will he even believe that? My stomach churned at the thought.I glanced toward Mr. Wong, and he gave a soft, knowing smile.“Uhm…” I cleared my throat, my voice wavering slightly. “W-why don’t we… uh… order something? I mean, since we’re all here…” I forced a chuckle, trying to ease the awkward tension.Oh my god, why is my heart racing so fast? I’m so worried that Mr. Hall will misunderstand and think there’s something between me and Mr. Wong, but there really isn’t. Damn it, why do I care so much about what he thinks? What’s wrong with me?Mr. Hall’s jaw tightened, but a small, almost amused smile flickered across his face.“Sure,” he said, his voice calm, though his eyes momentarily betrayed curiosity. Then he looked away, the brief warmth vanishi
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