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    “Then I’ll tell your dad you had people kidnap me.” Jessica didn’t hesitate, her voice firm as she swallowed hard. “If he finds out what you’re pulling behind his back, you know what’ll happen.”


    “I didn’t send them,” Jack said quickly, distancing himself from the mess.


    Jessica put on a helpless act. “Who’s to say?”


    Jack didn’t know what to say. His expression soured.


    He knew how his dad was. To his father, Jessica could do no wrong. No matter what she said, he’d believe her.


    But then, Jack’s eyes narrowed slightly, watching her closely. If it were anyone else, maybe he’d back off—but he knew Jessica. She wouldn’t lie. Still, her nervous reaction told him everything. She didn’t want Rnd finding out the truth about Melvin.


    “Suit yourself.” He decided to gamble. “Worst case, we both get scolded.”


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    Jack could tell by her face that he’d hit the mark.


    “Melvin, right?” He pulled out his phone, pretending to dial.


    “What are you doing?” Jessica asked, catching on.


    “Calling your dad.” Jack twirled his phonezily in his hand, sounding far too rxed. “Figured I’d let him know he’ll have a son-inw soon.”


    Jessica didn’t answer. Neither did Melvin.


    Jack spun his phone between his fingers, shooting nces at both of them. “What, you weren’t nning on introducing him to the family?”


    “That’s none of your business.” Jessica narrowed her eyes. “Why don’t you worry about your own business?”


    “Well, this is my business now.”


    Jessica clenched her fists. If she could p him into silence, she would.


    “If he wants to call, let him,” Melvin said calmly, thinking Jessica was just scared Rnd would learn their rtionship was fake. “I’ll take responsibility and deal with the consequences.”


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    Jessica muttered under her breath, “What exactly are you taking responsibility for?”


    “I’ll cover for you,” Melvin whispered. “You won’t get in trouble.” He’d already made up his mind. “Even if you meet someone you really liketer and don’t need me as your fake boyfriend anymore, I’ll handle it.”


    Jessica was floored, emotion rising in her eyes. She already knew he was a good guy, but she didn’t expect him to think so far ahead for her.


    “Besides,” Melvin added, no longer whispering, his voice perfectly clear.


    Jessica blinked, caught off guard. “What?”


    “I won’t let you be embarrassed in front of your family,” he said firmly, without the slightest hint of a joke.


    Jessica couldn’t help butugh. If this whole thing were real, she’d be over the moon. But seriously—this guy was reallymitted to the role.


    “I’m calling now.” Jack pressed the button, throwing a nce Melvin’s way.


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