Vicki staggered to Jarrod and threw herself into his arms, wrapping her arms around his slim waist. She murmured, Jarrod, you didnt even call me. Arent you worried I might find someone else while Im out having fun?
Jarrod raised an eyebrow and challenged, Would you?
Blushing, Vicki responded flirtatiously, You know who I am, dont you?
Jarrod reassured her with a smile, I have faith in Mrs. Schultz.
Their wedding date was set for three months from now.
The mention of Mrs. Schultz made Vickis legs weak. She held onto him tightly, fitting snugly against him. Jarrod, you really are
Jarrod gave a faint smile. You dont like it? Should I stop calling you that?
No! Vicki playfully hit him and said, Of course I love it, you rascal.
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Get in the car. Jarrod courteously opened the car door for Vicki.
The Hampton family paved the way for Jarrods regained control over the Schultz Group.
Initially, Vickis father had been adamant about severing ties with the Schultz Group and Jarrod, but Vicki wouldnt hear of it. She cried, made scenes, and even threatened to take her own Life.
Jarrod had never made such extreme demands himself, but Vicki went as far as to slit her wrists to force her father to save Jarrod. She was hopelessly in love with Jarrod.
However, Jarrods position at the Schultz Group was still precarious, with many shareholders opposing him. So, he intended to use their upcoming marriage as a strategy to manage some dissenting shareholders.
In Ardlens, many socialites aspired to marry Jarrod, but Vicki was the most manageable and naive.
After climbing into the car, Vicki unabashedly wrapped herself around Jarrod like an octopus,
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snuggling deeply into his embrace, all in full view of the driver. Jarrod, I miss you so much.
Jarrod laughed. We just saw each other at noon.
I miss you every minute were apart, uncontrollably so. Vicki seemed to have had too much to drink, as she was exceptionally talkative tonight, each word saturated with affection.
Jarrod reclined in his seat, silent, leaving it unclear whether he was truly Listening.
The ride was too comfortable. Claiming fatigue, Vicki fell asleep.
Feeling her steady breathing against him, Jarrod emotionlessly shifted her aside, his face settling into a mask of cold detachment.
It was such a stark contrast from his manner just a moment ago.
Even in her sleep, Vicki continued to murmur, Jarrod, I love you.
They soon reached their destination.
Alec parked the car smoothly, and Jarrod lifted the still-sleeping Vicki out of the car.