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Chapter 431
Serenity held her breath when she saw his expression. Wait a minute... Was he... Angry? “You said you wanted to support yourself, that you’d rather continue delivering food for that restaurant than relying on me. I’ll accept that.” Jackson took a deep breath before he continued, “However, isn’t it quite normal for a man to buy little gifts for his girlfriend? Are you treating me as a boyfriend at all?” Serenity bit her lip nervously. At that moment, she was lost for words.“I understand that you don’t wish to rely on me, but that doesn’t mean you have to reject everything I give you,” said Jackson. He wanted her to live a good life and to stop being such a penny-pincher. Of course, he understood that she had developed this personality due to her experience. He knew that it would take time for her to change. But... the frustration that he so desperately tried to suppress still made its way out. However, the frustration was directed more at himself than her. If only he had
Chapter 432
After saying that, Jackson turned to the shopkeeper and told her, “Wrap these up for me.” The shopkeeper was overjoyed. She swiftly wrapped up the items and handed over a purchase receipt. Jackson paid the bill and picked up the shopping bag filled with new accessories. Serenity did not object to his decision as she understood that this was his way of expressing his love for her. Further refusals would only make him feel uncomfortable.“Let’s go buy you some more clothes and shoes,” suggested Jackson, who had suddenly turned into a shopaholic. “Umm, but I already have everything I need,” replied Serenity. “But I want to see you dressed up properly. Isn’t there a popular saying among women that a man makes money so his woman can spend it? Don’t forget about the clothes you bought for me back then. I didn’t turn them away, did I?” Now that he put things that way, how could she refute his words?Worried that he would buy her a bunch of expensive luxury brands, she said, “The
Chapter 433
At the very next moment, Jackson reached over and grabbed her wrist. Serenity looked back at him in surprise. “What’s the matter?” He pursed his thin lips, and his gaze gradually cleared up. Wearing a slight smile, he replied, “It’s nothing. Go get changed.” After he had let go of her hand, Serenity went into the changing room. It was only when she shut the door that Jackson closed his eyes. ***Not yet. He had spent so much effort just for her to grow close to him. She would be frightened if he moved too quickly. Serenity was like a timid little animal. She was as cautious as she was timid. Every step she took was filled with trepidation. Jackson, on the other hand, had to be extremely patient in order to slowly break down the wariness of her heart. For her to learn to rely on him, he had to take it slow.Only then would she truly fall in love with him. Only then would she be unable to leave his side!And so, patience was key...But he wanted her love so badly!Serenity
Chapter 434
What Flora expected did not happen. Instead of lashing out at her, Serenity merely glanced at her calmly. On the other hand, the man she had set her eyes on simply told her, “Go away.” Flora’s eyes widened with surprise. This was the first time in her life that someone had told her off so rudely. “You...” Her face was flushed red. Without waiting for her response, Jackson pulled Serenity into the elevator. Flora saw what was happening and was about to enter the elevator with them. However, when she was met with an ice-cold glare from Jackson, her body froze up instantly. After the doors rolled shut, Candice, who was standing next to her, grumbled, “What a tasteless man! Doesn’t he know how to speak properly to a lady?!” Flora gritted her teeth angrily. After all, she had never been humiliated like this before. People would suck up to her most of the time, so how could she possibly accept being treated like this?!She looked at the elevator display and saw that it had stopp
Chapter 435
“Cough!” Serenity almost choked on her saliva. Was he really talking to the head of the Transportation Department?! Only a handful of people in Solaria were capable of pulling off such a stunt.Jackson drove past the intersection when the traffic light turned green again. Serenity glanced at the rearview mirror and noticed the car that he had mentioned earlier. Sure enough, although there were a few cars between them, it would remain behind them. Before long, she noticed a patrol car catching up to them, and it eventually forced the vehicle behind to the side of the road. She watched as two policemen exited their vehicle, and... they soon disappeared from the rearview mirror. That patrol car had probably been dispatched by the Transportation Department. While shocked, Serenity also gained a better understanding of Jackson’s influence in the city.Under the intense stares of the policemen, Flora had to produce her ID card and driver’s license. As she did so, she silently lamented
Chapter 436
Leaving aside his social status, which was a major plus point, his appearance alone was enough for most girls to fall head over heels for him. To Serenity’s surprise, a dejected expression appeared on Jackson’s face when he heard her response. “Don’t you feel the least bit jealous?” “Jealous?” Serenity was stunned.Jackson stared at her with his penetrating gaze. A while later, he sighed softly as if he had accepted the truth. “You really are a heartless woman. I would’ve felt happier if you had said you felt jealous.” Serenity bit her lip as she pondered in silence. Was she jealous? She recalled Flora confidently running up to Jackson and the disdainful look that she had received. Was she jealous of that? She had no idea. At that moment, jealousy had not crossed her mind at all. Instead, she already knew that Jackson would never accept that girl’s approach. Was it because she believed that Jackson was truly hers? Since when had she developed such a level of trust in him?
Chapter 437
Before she went to prison, all the clothes in her closet were either formal clothes for work or the type of clothes that Zeke Shaw liked. She barely had any clothes that she herself liked.It was as if she was trying so hard to please other people that she forgot to please herself."I wish I got to know you sooner," Jackson suddenly muttered.If he had known her sooner, they might have started off on the right foot and she wouldn't have to go to prison for three years. He also wouldn't have to feel apprehensive of her finding out about certain things.Serenity felt like Jackson's eyes currently contained a lot of emotions that she could not decipher."Alright, let's go," he said and helped her down the stairs. She skipped breakfast today because she had to go to the hospital on an empty stomach for the medical checkup.Jackson led Serenity to the car. In the car, he watched her tie her hair with the scrunchie he bought yesterday. It was just a simple black scrunchie, but unlike t
Chapter 438
When they arrived, the hospital staff was already waiting for them. All Serenity had to do was follow the nurse.And so, the nurse guided Serenity through the whole process of drawing blood, getting X-ray, getting ultrasound, and so on. Jackson waited for Serenity in the VIP lounge of the Health Screening Center.As the nurse led Serenity to various departments to perform tests, Serenity saw long queues at the entrances of several of the departments.According to the nurse, some companies were also conducting their medical checkups there, so it was a very busy day.Serenity followed the nurse to the ultrasound department. There were long queues outside several of the ultrasound rooms. The nurse led Serenity towards a room with no queue."Serenity!" Suddenly, a voice called out.Serenity turned around and saw Liliana Granger. She was queuing in one of the lines.Serenity was surprised to see Liliana. Was she there for a medical checkup too? Then... Serenity looked at the people a