Chapter 53
“My movie crew is currently filming our scenes here…
Jessica gazed at the man before her, her cheeks tinged with a delicate blush as she asked shyly, “Dominick, how do I look in this student. uniform? Do you think I look nice?”
This was a colossal production remade by Halo Films with a staggering investment of twenty million dollars. It told the story of a bold female student during the age of nationalism who accidentally saved the most powerful and handsome warlord of the time. Their love, misunderstandings, and shared commitment to the revolutionary cause form the heart–wrenching narrative.
Originally, Jessica wasn’t the lead actress in this drama. The media was skeptical about the sudden change in the leading roles and how Jessica’s gentle demeanor contrasted with the heroine’s personality in the script.
Dominick lowered his gaze to her face, his deep eyes filled with contemplation as he murmured, “Yeah, you look good in it.”
Jessica was astonished to hear his praise.
She knew Dominick’s reserved nature made it unlikely for him to compliment others and had just wanted to tease him a little.
As she looked at his handsome profile, her heart swelled with pride and admiration.
“Jessica, you have to keep at it. With Mr. Wellington’s support, you have to work hard and not let those outsiders look down on you,” Annie Folbre, Jessica’s manager chimed in, smiling eagerly as she approached them.
“Mr. Wellington, are you here to visit the set? Would you like to come in and take a break with our crew?” Annie asked excitedly.
Speculations swirled within the inner circle about Jessica’s influential connections. If Dominick were to grace them with his presence today.
it would set a precedent for the future, dictating the compliance of even the most esteemed directors.
Dominick paid no heed to Annie, his gaze sweeping the surroundings with a complexity that betrayed his thoughts.
The place still looked the same as six years ago, but….
“I just happened to pass by.”
Dominick’s voice was devoid of warmth as he withdrew his hand, gently but firmly pushing Jessica away.
He wasn’t there to visit her.
Jessica felt a pang of embarrassment as she watched him stride purposefully into the campus, dismissing her presence entirely.
‘If he’s not here to visit me, then why did he come?” she wondered.
Annie urgently nudged Jessica forward and whispered, “Dominick seems troubled. Follow him and offer some comfort. Men, when in despair, often sought the solace of a woman’s gentle care.”
“Dominick, is everything alright with the company?”
Jessica hastened after him, her voice soft and comforting.
Dominick cast a sidelong glance at her, neither acknowledging nor dismissing her presence.
The two walked in silence around the campus. Jessica observed his familiarity with the school but hesitated to ask further as she was daunted by his stoic demeanor.
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Chapter 53
Dominick was a man who maintained a cool distance, making others tread cautiously and refrain from getting too close.
This century–old high school exuded a timeless charm. With the film crew occupied in the main building and the students on vacation, the back gate remained deserted.
Dominick strode out of the back gate, and belare him stood a quaint milkshake shop.
He halted abruptly, his gaze fixed on the milkshake shop across the street.
“Dominick,” Jessica called softly,
Her gaze drifted to the milkshake shop, while her expression was a mix of restrained emotions. Yet, there were questions she couldn’t stop herself from asking.
“Dominick, did you frequent that shop often?” She gestured nervously towards the milkshake shop.
“Very sweet.”
Dominick reminisced, uttering two words with a hint of nostalgia.
Those milkshakes were too sweet.
He didn’t have a sweet tooth, but…
His gaze towards s the milkshake shop intensified.
It felt like a journey back in time, with him standing here while she, behind the glass window, busied herself making those milkshakes on her night shifts.
Jessica was taken aback by his words, and she was unable to gauge his thoughts at this moment.
Yet, his focused gaze made her cheeks flush, reminiscent of a girl experiencing the first stirrings of infatuation, gazing up at him shyly.
Six years ago, he was indeed the one who ordered a large number of milkshakes! Excitement surged within Jessica with this confirmation.
“So, is it because…” Jessica’s voice grew softer, tinged with suppressed excitement and anticipation.
“Because it’s a hassle to change jobs… Get home early.”
Dominick cryptically tossed out his reply, then averted his gaze from the milkshake shop, as if it held no further interest for him.
He strode purposefully back towards the front gate, leaving Jessica rooted in place.
What did his words imply?
Her expression was a mix of emotions as she watched his tall, resolute figure recede into the distance.
“What did he mean by those words just now?” An inexplicable sense of unease settled in Jessica’s heart.
Six y
years ago, the milkshake shop across the street struggled with poor management and was on the brink of closure. However, within the following six months, it sold nearly a million cups of milkshake, a staggering feat that revitalized the once–dwindling business and propelled it to newfound success.
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Jessica’s complexion turned pale as something suddenly struck her.
Upon hearing the voice, Jessica swiftly turned around, arrogantly lifting her chin to glare at her.
“Courtney,” she disdainfully murmured the name.
“Jessica, every time I see your face, I can’t help but feel disgusted by you. Do you know why?” Courtney suddenly lowered her voice and laughed coldly. “Because your face looks almost identical to Stephanic, that stupid daughter of mine.”
Courtney felt a surge of satisfaction as she watched Jessica’s expression change, her laughter bold and unrestrained. “Surprised, aren’t you? Few know that the girl scraping by in Havencrest’s rundown buildings is actually Gary Reed, Caelorium’s wealthiest man’s, only daughter”
“Jessica, we’re all women in this circle. Some things are easy to see. If a man doesn’t want you to bear his child, no amount of clinging will change that. Secret lovers will always be just that…”
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