Ice and Fire novel Chapter 427

Cherry explained, "I worry about you. You know how nightclubs are! Full of chaos, and unruly people, with fights and people hurt."

Jackson caressed Cherry's cheek as he smiled down at her saying, "You don't have to be worried. Remember, as the boss of the new JC Group, I don't meddle in nightclub issues. I have employees to deal with things like that. Plus, " when Jackson paused, his smile grew wider, then he went on, "You and Joe are much more important to me than work. I know what I want, so don't worry, Cherry."

Cherry's eyes reflected the sweet swelling in her heart brought on by Jackson's words.

She nodded, "I believe you."

Jackson hugged Cherry to him and whispered in her ear, "You are my only love, forever."

Jackson's honeyed words made Cherry long to stay in his warm hug and that blissful moment forever.

They stood there on the sidewalk with only the night sky and few street lamps watching; hugging each other a long time. Finally, Jackson loosed his grip and took her by the hand before resuming their walk.

Strolling alongside Jackson, Cherry asked, "Jackson, will you do me a favor?"

"Of course, you just need to ask." Jackson murmured softly.

Cherry said, "Don't change the bar where Emily worked, please, keep it the way it is."

Glancing sideways at Cherry's profile, Jackson felt a twinge of pain. He knew Cherry still missed Emily. Five years had gone by, but Cherry would held a special place in her heart for Emily.

Jackson asked, "Cherry? Do you still miss her?"

Cherry responded without hesitation, "Of course I miss her. She was my best friend, and I could never forget her. No matter how many years since she was taken from me."

Jackson tenderly clutched Cherry's shoulder, trying to draw the pain from her.

"She's at peace and in Heaven now, " Jackson comforted her, "watching over us, to keep us safe."

Cherry looked at the stars twinkling, "Yes, I think you're right, she's up there, smiling down at us."