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Chapter 144:
Kelsey Finch ignored everything Jaycob was saying, her attention fixed on Wyatt in the pavilion. Watching him, she caught a gentleness in his expression that seemed to cut through her heart. For so long, she had painted him as cold and distant. Yet now, she saw that softness was not beyond him; he just couldn’t treat her that way.
A voice inside warned her to keep her distance, but she couldn’t resist walking over. Amusement danced across Jaycob’s face as he kept up with her, eager not to miss whatever might unfold.
Wyatt had just peeled a shrimp for Amelia. She tasted happiness in every bite, feeling as if nothing could disturb their moment, until the slow approach of two figures drew her eye. Her instincts sent her glancing toward the sound. She recognized Jaycob immediately, but the woman at his side was a stranger to her.
Wyatt’s gaze had been fixed on Amelia, and seeing her looking behind him, he followed her line of sight and turned around. The sight of the unexpected guests drew a faint scowl across his face. Next time, he resolved to have Sanford ensure privacy at Souls to avoid interruptions during his time alone with Amelia.
“Amelia, looks like every spot is taken. Would you mind if we join you for a while?” Jaycob said as he slid right into an empty seat, not waiting for a reply.
At Jaycob’s action, Wyatt’s expression turned cold instantly, and he nearly told them to leave, but a gentle tug at his sleeve from Amelia gave him pause. Kelsey didn’t miss the exchange. Seeing how one small gesture from Amelia could make Wyatt change his mind made Kelsey feel even more displeased.
Stepping closer, Kelsey took the opportunity to study Amelia. Her beauty was impossible to ignore from afar, and now, up close, it left no room for doubt—she was striking.
“Wyatt, don’t you think you should introduce your companion to us?” she said.
Amelia’s eyes flickered, catching the pointed tone.
Business dealings between the top families in Kretol meant Wyatt knew who Kelsey was, but their connection went no further.
“Looks like my marrying you has stepped on quite a few toes,” Amelia couldn’t resist teasing, noting Wyatt’s indifferent demeanor.
𝖥𝗂ո𝘥 n𝘰𝗏𝘦𝗅 P𝖣𝗙ѕ o𝗻
But the teasing quickly faded, and a new sense of pressure took root in her chest. Elena liked Wyatt. Now Kelsey. Amelia wondered who else might also have feelings for him. Realizing how many women seemed to see her as the enemy set her nerves on edge.