30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband (Estrella and Jason) novel Chapter 158

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Estrella, unfazed, began to speak, “Of course its…” 

She couldn’t finish her sentence before Jason shot her a chilling look that made her swallow her words. Fine, have it your way,” she conceded with a sigh. She thought to herself, ‘Such a petty man with double standards.’ 

To keep the peace, Estrella pocketed the harsh words she wanted to say. 

Estrella didn’t pull her hand away or protest when he made their relationship public. Jason grabbed her hand, and their fingers intertwined. They had barely reached the entrance when Bryce, all hustle and bustle, approached them. “Estrella, where’ve you been? I waited ages and finally came looking for you.” 

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Noticing Estrella’s hand in someone else’s, Bryce didn’t even grant Jason a glance. He just whisked Estrella away, looping his arm through hers. “I’ve got the gang together to keep you company,” he said. 

Estrella’s voice was tinged with sarcasm. “Don’t be shy on my account.” Her comment wasn’t just about Bryce’s presumptuous behavior but also about his disregard for Jason. 

Bryce chuckled. “C’mon, we are friends.” 

Estrella had to remind him, “Did you see the man behind you?” 

Only then did Bryce take notice of Jason’s brooding presence behind him. He jumped at the sight of Jason’s dark stare, then casually said, “Hey, bro. You’re here too. Just make sure Serene’s taken care of. I’ve got Ella covered.” 

Jason shoved his hands in his pockets and watched Bryce in silence. 

Unphased by Jason’s presence, Bryce told his friends, “The queen bee has returned. Make sure you treat her right.” 

“And remember,” Bryce added, “she can’t stand smoke, so no cigarettes tonight, guys.” 

With that, Bryce seated Estrella amidst a group of eager young men. 

“Hey, let’s continue our game. If you win, I’ll crack walnuts with my bare hands for you,” one of them said. 

“Sure thing.” 

“Need a drink? Here’s some milk.” 

“Want some fruit? Just open up.” 

Bryce’s friends were just as quirky as he was. 

Jason watched from afar as a circle of young guys entertained Estrella – playing games, 

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feeding her snacks, and massaging her shoulders. His face was a tapestry of emotions. 

Bryce sure knew how to charm Estrella. 

“You and Estrella are still this tight, huh?” someone remarked. 

“Definitely.” 

“Good for you. Staying close to Estrella for so long, you got your eye on her?” 

Bryce, ever carefree, boasted, “Of course, I am the best.” He didn’t mention pursuing Estrella, let alone the fact that she was married, and certainly not that she was married to Jason. 

Bryce, a law student from Ravenwood College like Estrella, followed her lead into the program but eventually ended up drifting through a job at Nelson International. 

Estrella was happily playing games with people, while several law department guys were on the sidelines, cheering for Estrella and watching as some other people skillfully cracked open walnuts with bare hands. 

Jesse, with a lazy posture, lounged beside Estrella, arm draped over the back of the couch as if Estrella were her girlfriend. She took particular delight in Jason’s glowering. 

How the tables had turned, Jason now watched as Estrella became the center of attention. 

Jason’s internal struggle was palpable. Admitting Estrella was his wife in this context would’ve been too humiliating. 

“Jason.” Serene called out to him cautiously as he returned to his seat, his expression frosty. 

Jason didn’t respond, his focus solely on Estrella, who was laughing joyously. He longed to whisk her away from the adoring crowd. 

After a while, Estrella suggested a break from the games, concerned for one of the bo whose hands were reddened from cracking walnuts. Ready to cater to her, Bryce’s frie started massaging Estrella’s shoulders and arms. 

Their conversation meandered from case discussions to reminiscing about their colleg days. A girl who had been chatting with Grayson suddenly mentioned, “Jason used to date Holly back in school, right? Holly was quite popular too, but it’s such a pity what happened.” 

The mention of Holly caught Grayson, Jason, and even Serene off guard. Jesse and Bryce glanced at Estrella, who remained cool and collected. She continued to snack on nuts, her legs crossed casually, waiting for the girl to continue. 

Jason’s eyes remained frosty as he watched the girl who brought up the past. Grayson, sensing the tension, intervened, “Is that so? I can’t quite remember. Let’s not discuss 

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