Roscoe had hardly talked, being cold to Doreen.
Yet, love often colored oneâs perception, leading to self-deception.
Jarrod raised an eyebrow, glanced at Nicole, who was focused on her meal, and inquired, âReally? How exactly has he been treating you well?â
Caught off-guard, Doreen feigned bashfulness.
âJarrod, youâre being too nosy.
Why must you know everything?â
Jarrod, toying with a cigarette, responded quietly, âIf it makes you happy, then let it be.
But remember, men Like him wonât just be with you.
Theyâll be with others too.
â
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âJarrod, what are you referring to?â Doreen feared Roscoe might overhear Jarrodâs remark.
Moreover, there were other people present.
She disliked Jarrodâs disparaging remarks about Roscoe.
Nicoleâs hands clenched tighter, her discomfort growing since she felt repulsed by Jarrodâs attitude.
Observing Nicoleâs strained hands, Jarrod talked softly, âThinking an illegitimate son can join our family is wishful thinking on his part.
He is fortunate enough to spend some time with you.
â
âJarrod, lower your voice!â Doreen caught sight of Roscoe approaching from the corner of her eye, stirring a pang of guilt within her.
âs BunnyBookery âDid you feel comfortable with him serving you?â Jarrod looked at Nicole and asked abruptly.
His focus was solely on her.
Doreen was puzzled, about to respond when a sudden cough interrupted.
âAhemâ¦â Nicoleâs cheeks flushed as she coughed continuously.
Jarrod, offering a pat on Nicoleâs back, commented coldly, âNo rush.
Weâre just getting started.
.
His words held a meaningful message.
âEwwwâ¦ââ Suddenly, Nicole retched.
Jarrodâs expression darkened.
The next instant, Nicole vomited.
Nicoleâs vomiting was so severe that Jarrod was splattered with it.
The undigested food was evident in the mess.
Jarrodâs expression turned grim.
âSorry, Iâ¦â Nicole managed to say between gasps, feeling a sharp pain in her stomach.