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Bella was caught off guard by the situation, her eyes darting to the floor as she tried to hide her embarrassment.
Her face, partially veiled by her dark hair, flushed a soft pink.
Despite her attempts to stay composed, the warmth of her cheeks betrayed her flustered state.
Justin’s heart skipped a beat at the sight of her reaction.
His breath hitched, warming with a strange feeling he couldn’t quite place.
The moment was interrupted when his phone buzzed in his pocket.
He stepped out into the corridor to take the call, his back resting against the wall.
When he saw Rosalind’s name on the screen, he closed his eyes in quiet resignation before answering.
“Justin, are you still angry with me?” Rosalind’s voice was filled with concern, but before he could respond, she started crying.
“No.
” His answer was flat and devoid of emotion.
Rosalind seemed unconvinced, her voice trembling with uncertainty.
“Then… can you come see me? I really miss you, Justin.
I can’t sleep because I’ve been thinking about you…”
“Not tonight.
I’m staying with Grandpa,” Justin replied, his tone firm.
“Are you at Grandpa’s house? Then I’ll come over.
Didn’t you say you wanted me to visit him sometimes? It would help him accept me.
I even made your favorite walnut cake.
You remember how we used to eat it together in the alley when we were kids? I’ll bring some for Grandpa too so he can taste it.
”
“Rose, it’s really inconvenient tonight,” Justin said, his voice softening at the mention of their childhood memories.
His heart wavered for a moment, but he quickly regained his composure.
“Anna is here with Grandpa.
It wouldn’t be good if you bumped into her.
You know how much Grandpa likes her…”
“Are you with Anna now?” Rosalind’s voice shook with jealousy.
“Yes.
Grandpa has been looking for her, so I brought her here.
” Justin’s answer was brief, though the weight of the situation pressed on him.
“Is it just Grandpa who wants to see her? Don’t you want to see her yourself?” Rosalind’s voice turned bitter, tinged with resentment.
“No, don’t overthink it,” Justin said, his throat dry, frustration creeping into his voice.
“Does that woman have no shame? Why is she still involved with us when you two are already divorced? She’s probably the one who stirred things up between me and Grandpa! She’s using him to control me!” Rosalind snapped, her words filled with anger.
Justin sighed deeply, rubbing his temples to relieve the pressure building in his head.
The conversation was only escalating.
Meanwhile, in the study, Bella struggled to regain her composure after thinking about Justin’s intense gaze earlier.
‘Why am I blushing? I’m such a fool! He probably looks at everything that way!’ she cursed internally.
“Anna,” Nigel’s voice broke through her thoughts.
“Hey, Grandpa.
” Bella smiled brightly, though the awkwardness still lingered.
“You really like the bracelet I gave you, don’t you? You wear it all the time!” Nigel remarked, his eyes gleaming with affection.
Bella’s heart raced, her thoughts in a whirl as she fought to find the right words.
Her throat felt dry, the weight of the moment choking her.
“Grandpa…” she stammered.
“Wear it well.
It has health benefits.
” Nigel smiled kindly, his old eyes softening with warmth.
“I had Matt sort through my wife’s jewelry yesterday, and he found some good jade pieces.
You can take them with you when you leave, to keep for the future.
Grandpa’s getting old, and I might not wake up one day.
I used to think Justin could take care of you for the rest of your life, but it seems he’s not reliable, just like his father.
I just want you to be safe and happy.
