“Mmm! I’ll see you soon!” Natalie tiptoed and kissed him on the cheek after she finished her sentence.
Shane was taken by surprise and had his eyes flickering as a result. He raised her chin against her will
and kissed her on the lips in return. The onlookers couldn’t keep themselves calm anymore. Some of
them couldn’t keep their jealousy to themselves and started glaring at the lovey-dovey duo.
Nonetheless, a majority of the onlookers were glad Natalie had such a doting husband. They secretly
prayed for their well-being in the long run.
On the other hand, Natalie started flushing as she was surprised by the kiss in front of others.
She pushed her husband away and reprimanded, “What are you doing? Aren’t you aware there are a
lot of people around us?”
Shane smirked and asked, “Why are you embarrassed when you’re my wife? Aren’t these the little things
in life that keep us going in this tough life?”
Natalie rolled her eyes and urged, “Ugh! Just get going and head over to the authorities to deal with the
things we have in mind!”
“Alright, I’ll get going at once.”
Prior to his departure, he surveyed the surroundings and glanced at those around them. When he saw
Jasmine, he paused for a few seconds.
As a result, Jasmine felt her limbs stiffening when she caught Shane staring at her.
Why is he staring at me? Has he fallen for me?
When that particular thought crossed Jasmine’s mind, her heart started racing. She looked at Shane with
her cheeks reddened and responded with a timid grin.
On the contrary, Shane furrowed his brows when he caught Jasmine’s expression. He was utterly
disgusted by the pretentious woman and thought she wasn’t in her right mind again.
He paid no heed to her and brought their silent interaction to a halt. After he nodded at Natalie for one
last time, he marched his way to the organizer’s office.
The moment he departed, the onlookers surrounded Natalie to get their hands on Shane’s information.
Unfortunately, Natalie would never share the details of her husband with those who had a crush on him.
She brought something else up to deceive them instead.
All of a sudden, Jasmine made her way through the crowd and approached Natalie. “Ms. Smith!”
Staring at her in the eyes, Natalie asked, “Yes?”
Jasmine answered with a scowl, “Can you stop showing up with your husband in the future?”
“Oh? May I know why?” Natalie asked with her brows arched.
“Aren’t you aware of the things you have caused? Your husband’s presence has disturbed everyone!
They’re not able to remain calm! It’s not great for the upcoming rounds!”
“Are you sure that’s the reason you want him to stay away? Isn’t it because of the hidden agenda you
have in store for us?”
“What do you mean?” Jasmine responded with a frown as she had a bad feeling about it.
Natalie inched over and approached Jasmine to carry on with the conversation. As a result, Jasmine,
who was merely a few inches away from Natalie, could feel Natalie’s breath.
Smirking, Natalie queried, “Well, aren’t you trying to stop me from bringing my husband along with me for
your own sake? Aren’t you afraid they’re going to hit on my husband?”
Jasmine’s eyes widened in disbelief. She rebuked without a second thought, “N-No! W-Why would I give
a damn about your husband in the first place?”
“Isn’t it because you have a crush on him? You don’t want others to get in touch with him because you
have a thing for him too!”
When Jasmine heard her, her pupils constricted.
How has she figured out I’m having a crush on Shane when I’m Jessie and not Jasmine? I have never
engaged in a conversation with Shane, let alone expressing the affection I have for him in front of others!
What the heck is going on?
Natalie caught Jasmine shivering in fear. She snorted and asked, “Is there anything else you wish to tell
me?”
Jasmine gulped and forced a smile in return. “M-Ms. Smith, you need to stop pulling my leg. H-How is
that possible when we’re not even acquainted?”
Natalie remained silent and stared at Jasmine in the eyes.
“Y-You—”
“Jessie isn’t acquainted with my husband, but what about Jasmine?” Natalie interrupted Jasmine before
she could finish her sentence.
Startled by Natalie’s question, Jasmine stared at Natalie openmouthed. She felt a chill running down her
spine and stuttered, “You-”
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