Ice and Fire novel Chapter 470

Jean's words resounded in Mond's ears. He was aware that the relationship between Jackson and Cherry was hard to destroy. Cherry's love for Jackson was everlasting. Although she had never confessed her feelings, he knew that deep down she loved him.

Turning to Jean, Mond asked, "Is it difficult to win her heart?"

When Jean saw the affection in Mond's eyes, she knew he'd fallen for Cherry already. Jean sighed, and gave him a vague response.

"At one time I believed I would be able to win John's heart if he and I made love. But I found out after the fact that I was very wrong. Even though I slept with him, he still loved Cherry, not me. Perhaps he had eyes for only Cherry from the day they met in the college, " Jean looked away as she was telling Mond her story, so he couldn't see the hurt in her eyes.

After a pause, she went on, "Even though she is married, John still loves her, knowing how Jackson can be... Well, you know what I mean. Throughout the years, Jackson never saw other women, and holds Cherry above all. If Sally hadn't grown up with Jackson, she would have no chance in approaching him."

Mond remained silent as he digested what Jean said.

After a long pause Jean warned Mond, "Mond, don't play with Cherry's affections, or her heart will break and Jackson will come after you."

When she had said her piece, Jean rose and walked away leaving Mond alone with his thoughts.

The next morning Jean woke early. After she was dressed, Jean went to the kitchen and made breakfast.

Mond got up and walked downstairs. When he passed the guest room, he noticed the door was closed. 'Perhaps, she is still asleep, ' he guessed.

Rather than disturbing her, Mond decided to sit in the living room and read the newspaper.

After preparing breakfast, Jean went to the living room to inform Mond, "Breakfast is ready, you can help yourself."

"Isn't she up yet?" Mond glanced in the direction of the guest room concerned about the occupant.

"Let her be for now. She's still sleeping. You need to get to work soon, so, you should go have breakfast now, " replied Jean.

"I'm not going into the office today. I will wait to have breakfast with her, " Mond said and went back to reading his paper.

The resolute look on Mond's face told Jean to remain silent.

Pangs of hunger forced Cherry to leave the solace of the guest room. The moment she got out of the room, she saw Jean and Mond sitting in the living room.

"Good morning, Cherry!" Jean got up and walked to her sister greeting her.

"Good morning, Jean!" greeted Cherry in return.

"Breakfast is ready and on the table, follow me!" Jean told Cherry, smiling warmly and taking her hand.

Without giving Mond a glance, Cherry muttered lowly, "Great!"

The three sat at the table eating breakfast. "What's wrong? You don't like the food?" Jean asked frowning when she noticed Cherry hadn't eaten much.