Jojo and Coco's Unexpected Love novel Chapter 146

Chapter 146 How Did It Suddenly Turn Out Like This? 

Chloe jolted from her daydream and swiftly closed the web browser with a guilty conscience. 

“Coming,” she replied. 

On the first floor in the living room, Joseph had also changed into his home attire. His navy blue long-sleeved shirt and long pants softened his demeanor, making him appear less distant and more approachable. However, his scrutinizing gaze in his eyes seemed unfriendly. 

“What were you doing holed up in your room?” he inquired. 

“I was just changing,” Chloe replied, her gaze on his clear but distant face. She recalled Jane’s remarks, but she suppressed the sudden surge of sourness and kept a composed smile. ” Different rules for the mighty, right?” 

Chloe and Joseph shared something in common. Upon returning home, they would change, taking off the ones they had worn outside for the day. Wearing outside clothes indoors felt unclean to them. 

Joseph smirked and responded, “It only takes five minutes to change. You’ve been in there for forty-two minutes.” 

His sarcastic and petty comment eased some of the sourness in Chloe’s heart. Being liked by Joseph was not something to be desired. She could not believe she had felt upset about 

becoming his backup plan. 

She had fallen for Jane’s trap. 

“I was just tired and wanted to rest for a while. You can’t be that hungry, can you?” 

“Your attitude is a problem,” Joseph said, grabbing Chloe’s shoulder and forcing her to look at him. “What did Jane say to you?” He clearly sensed that something was off with her ever since Jane’s departure. 

Chloe hesitated to address the issue, but since he brought it up, she seized the chance to sarcastically taunt him, “It’s not a big deal, honestly.” 

Pausing for a moment, she cast a quick glance at him before continuing, “She just mentioned your first love.” 

Joseph furrowed his brow, “First love?” 

“Yeah. Xavia.” 

Chloe’s gaze lingered on his face, attentively observing his every reaction. Joseph’s eyebrows went up slightly upon hearing her words, but his response remained subdued. 

“She’s not my first love,” he retorted. 

Chloe’s almond-shaped eyes widened ever so slightly. “That’s it?” 

“What do you want to hear?” he snapped, his tone unfriendly. “A tale of our undying love? An account of our inseparable past perhaps?” 

“Th-Tthere wasn’t any of that?” Chloe replied, her voice trailing off. 

The presence of a figure by Joseph’s side, someone even Jane was aware of, held significant importance. Though they were not romantically involved, it was evident that they shared a special connection. 

“No, there’s nothing like that.’ 

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“Then what’s your relationship with her?” 

Joseph’s eyes flickered, a barely noticeable curl forming on his lips. “Do I sense a hint of jealousy?” 

“No, just curiosity,” Chloe denied, shaking her head. 

She refused to admit it. 

Joseph reached out and gently pinched her cheek, savoring its soft and smooth texture. Surprisingly, his voice held a touch of gentleness. “Now, go and cook. I’m famished.” 

Chloe assumed that he did not want to talk about it, deliberately concealing the truth. A wave of unease washed over her, and she swatted his hand away before making her way to the kitchen. 

As she sat at the dining table, ready to indulge in her meal, Chloe’s phone buzzed, drawing her attention. Simultaneously, Joseph’s phone rang as well. 

She picked up her phone and saw a message from Samuel, informing her about the court hearing scheduled for the 27th at the end of the month. The Johnsons should have received the same notification today. 

“Did Mr. Samuel text you as well?” Chloe asked as she looked up. 

“Yes.” Joseph nodded, continuing to eat gracefully. 

“Do you think Mr. Samuel is confident about this case?” 

To be honest, she had some doubts, not about Samuel, but about Benjamin and Ava. Their 

receiving court summons would surely only make things worse. 

Joseph’s tone turned cold. “Don’t worry. Samuel isn’t a kind person. As a lawyer, one can’t afford to be compassionate.” 

A twitch formed at the corner of Chloe’s mouth. “That’s reassuring.” 

As it was a weekend the next day, Chloe prepared some delicious desserts and paid a visit to Emily who was heartbroken. 

Emily had not left her house for several days, and her home was in disarray. She greeted Chloe with rat’s nest hair, then climbed back into her bed, appearing lifeless. 

“That’s enough. This isn’t worth it for a scumbag like him,” Chloe said. 

Emily stared at the ceiling and forced a bitter smile. “I accepted the fact that he cheated a long time ago.” 

“Then gather yourself and don’t let him see you as a joke.” 

“Sigh… What’s bothering me is something else.”