Yvette looked at the hunky man before her and felt no need to reject his brotherly touch. She obediently fet him ruffle her hair.
If one looked closely, they both even bore a resemblance.
âYvie, can you call my name?â>
Yvette couldnât bring herself to turn down his anticipation. Thus, she called out gently, âJacob.â
Jacob was instantly touched by Yvetteâs gentleness, Hearing Yvette address him so softly, Jacob felt his usually cold heart melt into a puddle of warmth.
It was at that moment that he decided he wouldnât let someone like Wilson take advantage of his precious sister, especially since Wilson already had a girlfriend. Yvetteâs engagement with the Quinn family had to be called off immediately!
Yvette was still young, so Jacob was determined to protect her and ensure no one took away their familyâs lost and found princess!
Upon watching this scene, Sean and Ashton felt a pang of jealousy. Jacob had never been this gentle with them! In fact, Jacobâs most used phrase to them was âGet lost!â
âJacob.â Yasmin suppressed her feelings of upset and called out again, âWhy are you ignoring me?
Did I do something wrong?â
Jacob finally noticed Yasmin standing beside him. His gentle expression was replaced by indifference as he spoke softly, âIâm sorry, Yasmin, I was so happy to see Yvie that I overlooked you.â
Despite his explanation, Yasminâs expression remained sour. Overlooked was clearly an understatement, as he obviously favored Yvette more!
Having been with the family for 18 years, Yasmin couldnât understand why everyone favored Yvette over her.
Seeing Yasminâs discontent, Yara tried to smooth things over. âYou rascal, you only have eyes for Yvie now and have forgotten about me! Did you bring gifts for Yvie and Yasmin?â
Jacob showed a hint of guilt. âI came back in a hurry and didnât have time to buy anything.â
Despite Yasminâs anger, she dared not show it to Jacob. Unlike Sean and Ashton, Jacob was the head of the family business. She could tolerate Sean and Ashton favoring Yvette more, but not Jacob.
âItâs okay, Jacob. Considering your fully occupied schedule, itâs understandable that youâdâforget the gifts.â Yasmin added in an understanding manner, âYvie, you wonât be upset with Jacob for forgetting to buy gifts, right?â
Before Yvette could respond to Yasminâs manipulative words, Jacobâs deep and pleasant voice sounded. âItâs justified if Yvie is upset. I shouldâve remembered to bring her a gift.â
Upon hearing this, Yasmin was seething. She planned to paint Yvette as a petty ingrate, hoping to tarnish Jacobâs impression of her. Instead, Jacobâs defense of Yvette made him more protective of her.
Yvetteâs regard for her newfound brother increased a bit.
Yvie, how about I take you to the mall tomorrow to pick out a gift you like?â Jacob asked softly as if any harshness might frighten Yvette.
Yasmin couldnât control her jealousy and bit her bottom lip in frustration. Jacob was always busy and had never personally taken anyone shopping before. Why should Yvette get such special treatment?
âJacob, I want to come along!â Yasmin quickly chimed Then, she acted timidly toward Yvette. âYvie, your wonât mind, will you?â