Chapter 619

Joe’s voice, colder than ice, echoed in the room. “Your mother’s last wish was for you to grow up without worries.”

Jenny’s face drained of color. Desolation washed over her as she stammered, “Joe…” She grappled with the idea that his actions were solely to honor her mother’s dying wish. It felt impossible. After all these years, did he harbor no personal feelings for her?

“You’re intelligent,” Joe continued, his tone unwavering. “Since you’ve been at Galaxy Villa, you should understand. Don’t come here again. Focus on what you need to do.”

Jenny’s face grew ghostly white. In a daze, she hurried from Galaxy Villa.

Yolanda Tate, her friend, waited outside. While Jenny hadn’t expected to stay overnight, she hadn’t anticipated Joe’s blunt rejection. It left no room for escape. She couldn’t fathom that her mother’s wish was the sole reason for Joe’s actions. It simply wasn't possible.

Yolanda, driving, noticed her distress. She hesitated before asking, “Is something wrong?”

“How do you see Joe’s feelings for me?” Jenny asked, her hands clenched tightly. A glimmer of hope remained; an outsider might see things more clearly.

Yolanda appeared surprised. “How could you not know how important you are to Mr. Martin? I recall when you were in high school and faced bullying. After you were hurt, Mr. Martin hurried to the school. The principal and teachers were concerned, but Mr. Martin was especially worried.

“Now that you’re back, it only makes sense for you to be Mr. Martin’s girlfriend. Over the past few years, he hasn’t been involved with anyone else. Wasn’t he waiting for you? Are you asking this because you’re scared of Mr. Martin or unsure about being his girlfriend?

Many people in Jipsburg would love to be with Mr. Martin, but he has only ever had eyes for you. He doesn’t even notice other women. You’re envied by many. Since your return, there’s been much talk about you. It’s no secret. You should be with Mr. Martin and stop overthinking it.”

Yolanda’s words flowed freely. Usually, Jenny would blush at such compliments, but now her heart felt like ice. Fear consumed her. She dreaded the day those people discovered the truth.

“I’m tired. I need to rest,” Jenny said, closing her eyes to avoid the harsh reality.

Sensing something was amiss, Yolanda asked, “Did you fight with Mr. Martin?” Jenny could be temperamental, perhaps because she knew she had Joe’s support. Yolanda’s willingness to drive and wait was due to her relationship with Joe.

“Can you just give me some peace?” Jenny asked, pressing her lips tightly together.

Yolanda, though puzzled, remained silent.

Chapter 619 (continued)

The following day, as Skylar left work, Peter and Samuel confronted her again. The Williams family was relentless, refusing to accept their situation. After Kenny’s visit the previous day, these two had returned. Her expression darkened.

“What did you do to Kenny? His phone’s been off since he saw you,” Peter demanded, his eyes fixed on…