Chapter 38

Michael did not reply to Jessica's question. Instead, he turned to Amelia calmly and said, "Didn't you say you wanted to buy something? Go inside and take a look." She was taken aback for a moment, and then she understood his intentions. He was sending her away. Naturally, Amelia was sensible enough to obey. She nodded and said, "Okay." Then, she walked into the store by herself. After Amelia left, Michael turned to Jessica and said, "I don't want this matter today to reach my mother's ears." Jessica froze on the spot. She wanted to ask Michael what he meant by that, but he had already spun around and entered the store. Jessica was left standing there, looking confused. What did Michael mean by that? Was he asking her to keep this a secret? Jessica didn't understand. The more she thought about it, the more suspicious it seemed. She had known Michael for two years. Back then, they were introduced by their elders, who had hoped they would get to know each other with marriage i