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Yasmin’s timid demeanor suggested that Yvette bullled her regularly.

When Jacob frowned, Yasmin felt triumphant, believing that his impression of Yvette was now tainted. She thought Jacob would dislike Yvette if she persisted.

With such a thought, Yasmin continued, “Yvie, If you don’t want me to come, I won’t-

“Enough,” Jacob interrupted sternly. After working in the business industry, he had seen various types of people. Yasmin’s manipulative intent was clear as day to him, so he wouldn’t be fooled.

“Jacob, what’s wrong?” Yasmin asked in confusion.

According to her plan, Jacob should’ve started disliking Yvette by now. Instead, he seemed more severe with Yasmin.

With his bland expression, Jacob’s imposing presence intensified. “I’ve just returned and would like to spend more time with Yvette. Have Sean and Ashton accompany you instead. I’ll cover all your expenses.

“Jacob, we want to accompany Yvette too… Ashton and Sean spoke up.

“What?” Jacob cut them off with a cold glare. It was starkly different from his earlier warmth toward Yvette.

“What did you say you wanted to do?”

Sean and Ashton instantly fell silent. Their simmering anger was subdued by Jacob’s authority.

They were frustrated that he was now also vying for Yvette’s attention..

Despite their resentment, they couldn’t do anything about it.

Yvette spoke up amidst this tension, “Jacob.”

“Yeah?” Jacob’s expression immediately softened as he turned to her. “Yes, Yvie?”

“You don’t have to go shopping with me. Just focus on your work.”

Jacob felt a wave of warmth at her words and affectionately patted her head, “It’s alright, I can make time for you.”

This scene made Yasmin’s jealousy grow even more. Although she maintained a composed exterior, she was clenching her fists tightly.

Then, she turned to pour Jacob a cup of tea. “Jacob, you must be tired from your trip. Have some teal”

“Thanks,” Jacob said politely.

“Yvie, you should try the tea I brew!” Yasmin offered.

She ingratiatingly poured another cup of tea for Yvette, Just as Yvette was about to take it, Yasmin let go, causing the hot tea to spill on her own hand.

“Ouch!” Yasmin cried out in pain, “Yvie, why did you purposely spill the hot tea on me?”

Yvette coldly observed her obvious act and responded, “You were the one who let go of it.”

“Why would I intentionally burn myself?” Yasmin’s eyes became watery as the grievance in her tone Intensified. “Yvie, I won’t mind if you refuse to apologize. But please don’t accuse me like this!”