An Unbreakable Addiction

Chapter 0042 Chapter 0042

Before returning the bracelet, Jenna had already called her mother-in-law, and by now, Mabel should be upstairs. If Hunter went up, it could ruin Mabel's plans! No, she couldn't let him go!

Hunter turned back, his gaze falling on her hand with a piercing chill. "I've told you, if your health is poor, stay home and rest. Don't wander around. You chose to have this child so it's your responsibility to take care of yourself, understand?"

His voice was low but carried an unmistakable sense of authority. Jenna, shaken, withdrew her hand and bit her lip, her eyes welling up with tears. "I was only worried about Mia causing trouble, so I came to return the bracelet. I'm still taking care of myself." "If you want to know something, call me directly. Don't trouble Sam," Hunter said bluntly, leaving no room for argument. He had always been grateful to Jenna for saving him and was usually indulgent, but there were limits he wouldn't let her cross. A flash of worry crossed Jenna's face, her expression paling. Before coming to the office, Jenna had called Sam, learning that Mr. Jasper Sr. had arrived to discuss transferring shares.

She thought she had been discreet, but to her surprise, Hunter had seen right through her intentions, leaving her feeling not only embarrassed but deeply anxious.

After all, the favor she had done for Hunter in his youth had long since been repaid through his support of the Walker family. If Hunter cut ties with her in a fit of anger, the Walker family would fall from grace, and she couldn't let that happen. "Hunter, I just wanted to know how you were," she explained hastily. "That's why I couldn't resist calling Sam. But don't worry, I won't contact him again."

Hunter looked away, his tone cool. "Get yourself home, I'm heading back to the office."

Jenna hesitated briefly before letting go of his arm. "Are we still on for dinner? I wanted to celebrate my birthday with you," she added softly, her voice laced with a hint of pleading.

Hunter adjusted his jacket, replying, "We'll see tonight.

With no commitment from him, Jenna felt uneasy, twisting her fingers nervously. "I'll call you later then."

For dinner that evening, Jenna had even invited her dance troupe. If Hunter didn't show up, it would be a huge e embarrassment for her. After a noncommittal reply, Hunter turned and left.Upstodatee from Novel(D)ra/m/a.O(r)g

As the car door shut, Jenna stared at his tall, imposing figure walking away, silently vowing that one day. she would be his wife.

Hunter hurried back to the office to find Mia calmly administering first aid to his grandfather. She looked so composed, as if she had done this a hundred times before.

In their three years of marriage, he had barely scratched the surface of who this woman truly was. For some reason, he thought back to his grandfather's insistence on transferring 5% of his shares to her.

Mia remembered his grandfather's preferences and cared for his well-being. At his grandfather's age, companionship mattered far more than money. Mia provided that, and he was willing to give her the shares in return. Chapter 0042

Just then, Sam arrived with the paramedics. As they took over, Mia let out a sigh of relief, standing up and brushing her hair from her face.

Her gaze met Hunter's deep, dark eyes, and she felt the urge to explain.