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    Jessica dodged the question. “Can you shake it?”


    “I can.”


    “Do it then.”


    “Got it.” Melvin nodded and began weaving through the streets, timing the traffic lights perfectly.


    At an intersection, he sped up at just the right moment, losing the car behind them.


    Once they were clear, he nced at her. “Why were they following you?”


    “It’s… a long story,” Jessica mumbled, scrambling for an excuse.


    Melvin didn’t push, keeping his eyes on the road, his focus steady.


    Jessica’s mind raced, searching for something to say.


    Her phone buzzed again. It was Rnd.


    She rejected the call instantly and texted, “I’m busy. Can’t talk.”


    Rnd’s reply came quickly. “What, am I that embarrassing? I’ve got the license te of that car you’re in. One call and I’ll know who’s driving.”


    Rnd sent a quick text, demanding, “Get him on the phone. I need to have a word with him.”


    Jessica shot back, “He’s behind the wheel.”


    Rnd knew chatting while driving was a bad idea, so he changed tactics. “You moved a ton of suitcases. Are you nning to leave home?”


    Jessica answered simply, “Yeah.”


    Rnd typed back quickly, “Where are you headed? Share the address, and I’ll have someone make sure the area’s safe.”


    Jessica’s expression clouded with concern. After a brief pause, she responded earnestly, “No need to check. It’s a safe ce. You and Mom should just enjoy your time together. I’m twenty-eight and can handle things myself.”


    She also sent a message to Lena, asking her to keep Rnd in check. She didn’t want her dad meddling in her ns. With that done, she let out a soft sigh of relief.<fn76b8> Updates are released by FιndＮovel</fn76b8>


    “Melvin,” she called.


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    “Yeah?” Melvin replied.


    “Is this your car?” she asked, curiosity in her voice.


    If it was his, her dad could track it down, and she’d need a n to throw him off.


    “Nope, it belongs to thepany,” Melvin said, his tone steady and calm.


    “Why do you ask?”


    “No reason,” Jessica said, feeling a wave of relief wash over her.


    Melvin nced her way, a hint of curiosity in his eyes, but he stayed quiet.


    By early afternoon, they reached his apartment. Melvin carried her bags upstairs. Knowing she’d need her own space, he had given up his master bedroom for her the day before and even swapped out the bedding for fresh linens. A big bedroom with a private bathroom would make her feel more at home.


    Jessica soon noticed the thoughtful gesture, her eyes lighting up with a warm smile.


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