Chapter 174: 174
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On the same morning, in an apartment in the middle of the city, Jennifer woke up with a huge smile on her face. Yesterday her manager contacted the show directly and suggested for them to interview Jennifer regarding the scandal. Her manager even reassured the production that the show would be the main focus of all netizen. Everyone wanted to know the story behind the scandal, wouldn't they?
And they were right.
The rating was so high the producers could not stop from grinning from ear to ear.
From the start until the end, every viewer watching the show did not change the channel. In fact, the viewers were more and more watching it.
Hence, when she was done with the show and got home, she received a lot of messages from her fans and even new fans who felt sorry for her. They encouraged her to stay strong and should believe that her love was true and soon Jeremy found realize who really loved him. Some even encouraged her to find someone new. Someone who would appreciate her love and her heart.
She went to sleep with a huge smile on her face.
For two years she waited for him to make his move.
For two years she waited for him to confess his feeling toward her.
For two years she waited for him to announce his feeling to her for the whole world to know.
But nothing. He did not do anything at all.
However, she did not give up. It did not lower down her expectation or her enthusiasm. She still believed that one day he would acknowledge his real feeling. He would realize the perfect woman to share his life, for the rest of his life, was her. Only her. Jennifer Lin.
So when she heard Jeremy would make a press conference this morning, she was happy. No doubt, in order to maintain his good name, he would obviously apologize for his mean attitude toward her and personally would announce that they are in a relationship. She believed he would not do otherwise. His career was depended on it!
She had pushed him to the corner and he must follow the script!
She sat on the couch with a mug of coffee on the coffee table. A bowl of oatmeal with a scoop of almond butter and some fruits next to the mug. She quickly turned on the television to watch the press conference. A huge smile was on her face.
Her manager was sitting on another couch, smiling as well. Once the press conference finished, she would bring Jennifer to a mall for a dress shopping. Of course, she would contact some of the paparazzi she closed with to 'accidentally' bump into Jennifer and take photos of her shopping her dress for a romantic dinner with Jeremy.
Everything was planned perfectly.
Both pairs of eyes watched the press conference with building excitement and interest.
Jennifer's hands shook and her face changed as she watched the conference.
Jeremy dared to deny their relationship, even demeaning her worth.
Was she ugly in his eyes? Was she unsuitable to be with him?
No. She was the only woman suitable for him. She is beautiful, active in charity and her status is on par with him.
She was about to lash out about him angrily at her manager when Jeremy's lawyer started to speak. She paused, wondering why a lawyer was speaking during the conference.
"They... they want to sue me...?" she choked out.
"I... I will check about this," her manager choked out and started to call someone.
Jennifer ignored her manager. Her eyes were glued on the television. Her body shook in anger. How dared... how dare they suing her. Who do they think they are to do such a thing to her?
"Jen, I just got back from the office. They just receive the letter from the law company," her manager choked out nervously.
"Wh... what?" Jennifer's face paled.
*~*~*~*
Ryn leaned back and closed her eyes. She was tired. She did not even realize how tense she was during the press conference. She almost stumbled when she walked out of the hall. Luckily for her, Jeremy was there to catch her.
"Do you want to go straight Mika after the meal?" Jeremy asked.
They were now in a private room in a restaurant. Harry ordered Ryn's favourite, smiling seeing the furrow on her face but she did not say anything. Even when the waiter left them in their room after the order, she simply leaned back to her chair and closed her eyes.
Jacob and the others did not disturb them. The lawyers went back to their office to proceed with the procedure. Jacob went back to the office to continue his work.
"Hmm...?" Ryn opened her eyes and looked at him.
"Do you want to go home first or go to the hospital to visit Mika?" Jeremy asked.
"Straight to the hospital," she decided and closed back her eyes.
"Okay."
She took the time for the food to be ready for a short nap. Fortunately for her, Jeremy did not start any conversation anymore, just leaving her alone. She opened back her eyes when she heard the door being opened. Her eyes sparkled at the sight of the waiters bringing food.
He smiled seeing how enthusiastic she was eating her food. So adorable even though she was the picture of corporate woman. In front of her favourite food and without the chain of work commitment, she just let loose and ate to her heart. Although she was hungry, she still ate tidily.
Both did not even check their phone during the meal. In fact, Jeremy even silent his phone even though he should do that. Ryn already silent her phone before the press conference. Mei Li would handle anything unexpected, especially after the press conference.
Ryn just wanted to clear her mind from any problem.
They spent there for almost an hour before he escorted her back to the car. The driver was already waiting for them at the entrance, even opening the door for them.
Jeremy sat next to her. He watched her making herself comfortable and smiled.
"What?"
"Nothing. How do you feel now?" he changed the topic quickly.
"Hmm... I'm not sure. I'm just hoping nothing else will happen," she confessed. She was tired with this 'Jennifer' drama and wanted this to be done with and never appear again.
"Your class is tomorrow, right? Do you need any help?" he asked, just remembered that the weekdays were starting tomorrow. She would be busy with class and work again.
"No need. I can take the bus."
"Catherine..." he sighed heavily.
"Jeremy..."
"Our scandal is still new. It's not suitable for you not to be guarded especially-"
"Jeremy, don't worry. No one will bother me," she cut his words exasperatedly.
"Catherine, you don't seem to understand how serious this matter is."
"I do understand but I want my life to be normal back."
He rubbed between his brows in frustration. Was she for real? A normal life? When did she ever be normal? She was a supermodel, for God sake. Whether she liked it or not, her life was not normal, not ever.
"Don't make that face. I know my life is not normal but I try to be as normal as possible," she cried.
"Then you are in the real world," he pointed out.
"Of course. Why? You think I'm still dreaming?"
"No," he chuckled, "Of course not."
"Then why are you making that face?"
"I didn't. Stop being so suspicious."
"Hmph..." she crossed her arms and frowned.
"Stop giving me that look. We're getting closer to the hospital."
She quickly used her phone to check her face. Her makeup was still okay. She sighed and quickly turned off her phone. She did not want to be disturbed when chatting with Mika.
He just smiled. Luckily the almost argument ended as fast as it started. He blew out a relieved sigh when she no longer talking about it.
"Do you want to buy flowers for Mika?" he asked after they got out of the car. They had to use the back door to enter when the driver realized some reporters were already gathering in front of the entrance of the hospital.
"I don't think so. They would see us if we go to the shop," she bit her lower lip unhappily. Mika would understand if she came empty-handed but she did not feel good coming without bringing anything.
"Don't worry. They can't do anything to us. Let's go upstairs," he touched her arm to usher her toward the elevator.
Luckily for them, the hospital's security was quite good. None of the reporters could get inside without permission from the hospital.
"Hmm..."
They walked side by side toward Mika's room. Like usual, Jason was already there, cooing at Mika.
It was getting creepy in Ryn's mind seeing the man looking so fascination toward her best friend. He did not care about his piling work in the office. Ryn had no doubt he ignored everything just to focus on Mika. Every time she came, Jason was already there. Even when they all go home, he was still there, refusing to move anywhere. But Ryn knew he did not sleep there. There was no extra bed or comfortable couch for Jason to lie on. And he would not be able to share the same bed as Mika with all the wires and machines.
"Mika, how are you feeling today," Ryn asked, taking Mika's hand and stroked it gently.
"I feel better now. How was the conference?" Mika asked. Her voice was stronger now and even her face was a bit pinkish. Hmm...
"It was okay. The lawyer will send the letter to Jennifer," Ryn shrugged. She did not want to talk about this anymore but it seemed like Mika was interested about it. She sighed a bit.
"Served her right. Suddenly come here and pretend to be good. Even mother finds her crazy," Mika said with a serious nod.
"Are you serious about bringing this to the court?" Jason asked with a frown. He was asking Jeremy.
"The only way to make her stop. If not, she will create another story and her fans will believe her." Jeremy shrugged.
"Do I have to go to the court?" Ryn asked, finally remembering that the lawyer even mentioned her name as one of his clients.
"Don't worry. Everything will be alright." Jeremy comforted Ryn.
"Believe in Jeremy, Ryn. Everything will be alright," Mika seconded. She believed her brother could settle everything. Of course, she did not expect him to go this way but thinking about this, if her brother only gave the statement during the press conference, that crazy Jennifer could spin his words and make herself the victim in this situation. Mika was getting fed up with this crazy Jennifer's attic. No doubt Jeremy was too.
"Poor Ryn," thought Mika silently. Ryn did not do anything at all but being accused of having bad feeling toward Jeremy by that evil woman.
"What is your plan after this?" Mika asked after she was done cursing Jennifer mentally.
"Study and work, obviously. Tomorrow I have classes back to back," Ryn sighed sadly at the thought.
"When is your final exam?" Jason asked suddenly.
He knew his fiancee could not wait for Ryn to be done with her study. Once Ryn graduated, Mika would lure Ryn to work with her at the company. Of course, one of them would stop Ryn with her modelling career but as Mika grumbled for a few times, modelling has a limit of age. Ryn needed to have another income setting for her future.
Everyone looked at Jason. Mika gave him a grateful look. Jeremy cocked an eyebrow. While Ryn, well, her lips twitched as his question. Obviously the question was for the sake of Mika. Jason did not care about anything else but Mika's happiness. He would do anything for his beloved woman.
"A few more weeks," she replied, holding her laughter when Mika pursed her lips unhappily. "Come on, don't worry about my exam. I believe in my brainpower."
"You, my dear," she changed the topic to Mika, "When are you going to get discharged. You look better now. Recuperate at home is better than here."
"I know," Mika grumbled, "But that old doctor said I have to stay here for at least another week."
"So you better start resting and don't worry about anything else. Rest and follow whatever the doctor tells you to do so you can leave this place as quickly as possible." Jeremy quipped after being silent the whole time.
"I am resting. Luckily my Jason is here or I will be bored to tears," Mika wailed.
Jason quickly hugged Mika as the best as he could while glaring at Jeremy and Ryn for making Mika sad.
Jeremy snorted while Ryn shook her head in bemused. Without the elders, their conversations were more chill and laid back. They exchanged jokes and stories before Jeremy followed the doctor to his office to hear Mika's latest condition.
It was, in Ryn's opinion, a better day than she thought it would be yesterday. Nothing would go wrong now.
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On the same morning, in an apartment in the middle of the city, Jennifer woke up with a huge smile on her face. Yesterday her manager contacted the show directly and suggested for them to interview Jennifer regarding the scandal. Her manager even reassured the production that the show would be the main focus of all netizen. Everyone wanted to know the story behind the scandal, wouldn't they?
And they were right.
The rating was so high the producers could not stop from grinning from ear to ear.
From the start until the end, every viewer watching the show did not change the channel. In fact, the viewers were more and more watching it.
Hence, when she was done with the show and got home, she received a lot of messages from her fans and even new fans who felt sorry for her. They encouraged her to stay strong and should believe that her love was true and soon Jeremy found realize who really loved him. Some even encouraged her to find someone new. Someone who would appreciate her love and her heart.
She went to sleep with a huge smile on her face.
For two years she waited for him to make his move.
For two years she waited for him to confess his feeling toward her.
For two years she waited for him to announce his feeling to her for the whole world to know.
But nothing. He did not do anything at all.
However, she did not give up. It did not lower down her expectation or her enthusiasm. She still believed that one day he would acknowledge his real feeling. He would realize the perfect woman to share his life, for the rest of his life, was her. Only her. Jennifer Lin.
So when she heard Jeremy would make a press conference this morning, she was happy. No doubt, in order to maintain his good name, he would obviously apologize for his mean attitude toward her and personally would announce that they are in a relationship. She believed he would not do otherwise. His career was depended on it!
She had pushed him to the corner and he must follow the script!
She sat on the couch with a mug of coffee on the coffee table. A bowl of oatmeal with a scoop of almond butter and some fruits next to the mug. She quickly turned on the television to watch the press conference. A huge smile was on her face.
Her manager was sitting on another couch, smiling as well. Once the press conference finished, she would bring Jennifer to a mall for a dress shopping. Of course, she would contact some of the paparazzi she closed with to 'accidentally' bump into Jennifer and take photos of her shopping her dress for a romantic dinner with Jeremy.
Everything was planned perfectly.
Both pairs of eyes watched the press conference with building excitement and interest.
Jennifer's hands shook and her face changed as she watched the conference.
Jeremy dared to deny their relationship, even demeaning her worth.
Was she ugly in his eyes? Was she unsuitable to be with him?
No. She was the only woman suitable for him. She is beautiful, active in charity and her status is on par with him.
She was about to lash out about him angrily at her manager when Jeremy's lawyer started to speak. She paused, wondering why a lawyer was speaking during the conference.
"They... they want to sue me...?" she choked out.
"I... I will check about this," her manager choked out and started to call someone.
Jennifer ignored her manager. Her eyes were glued on the television. Her body shook in anger. How dared... how dare they suing her. Who do they think they are to do such a thing to her?
"Jen, I just got back from the office. They just receive the letter from the law company," her manager choked out nervously.
"Wh... what?" Jennifer's face paled.
*~*~*~*
Ryn leaned back and closed her eyes. She was tired. She did not even realize how tense she was during the press conference. She almost stumbled when she walked out of the hall. Luckily for her, Jeremy was there to catch her.
"Do you want to go straight Mika after the meal?" Jeremy asked.
They were now in a private room in a restaurant. Harry ordered Ryn's favourite, smiling seeing the furrow on her face but she did not say anything. Even when the waiter left them in their room after the order, she simply leaned back to her chair and closed her eyes.
Jacob and the others did not disturb them. The lawyers went back to their office to proceed with the procedure. Jacob went back to the office to continue his work.
"Hmm...?" Ryn opened her eyes and looked at him.
"Do you want to go home first or go to the hospital to visit Mika?" Jeremy asked.
"Straight to the hospital," she decided and closed back her eyes.
"Okay."
She took the time for the food to be ready for a short nap. Fortunately for her, Jeremy did not start any conversation anymore, just leaving her alone. She opened back her eyes when she heard the door being opened. Her eyes sparkled at the sight of the waiters bringing food.
He smiled seeing how enthusiastic she was eating her food. So adorable even though she was the picture of corporate woman. In front of her favourite food and without the chain of work commitment, she just let loose and ate to her heart. Although she was hungry, she still ate tidily.
Both did not even check their phone during the meal. In fact, Jeremy even silent his phone even though he should do that. Ryn already silent her phone before the press conference. Mei Li would handle anything unexpected, especially after the press conference.
Ryn just wanted to clear her mind from any problem.
They spent there for almost an hour before he escorted her back to the car. The driver was already waiting for them at the entrance, even opening the door for them.
Jeremy sat next to her. He watched her making herself comfortable and smiled.
"What?"
"Nothing. How do you feel now?" he changed the topic quickly.
"Hmm... I'm not sure. I'm just hoping nothing else will happen," she confessed. She was tired with this 'Jennifer' drama and wanted this to be done with and never appear again.
"Your class is tomorrow, right? Do you need any help?" he asked, just remembered that the weekdays were starting tomorrow. She would be busy with class and work again.
"No need. I can take the bus."
"Catherine..." he sighed heavily.
"Jeremy..."
"Our scandal is still new. It's not suitable for you not to be guarded especially-"
"Jeremy, don't worry. No one will bother me," she cut his words exasperatedly.
"Catherine, you don't seem to understand how serious this matter is."
"I do understand but I want my life to be normal back."
He rubbed between his brows in frustration. Was she for real? A normal life? When did she ever be normal? She was a supermodel, for God sake. Whether she liked it or not, her life was not normal, not ever.
"Don't make that face. I know my life is not normal but I try to be as normal as possible," she cried.
"Then you are in the real world," he pointed out.
"Of course. Why? You think I'm still dreaming?"
"No," he chuckled, "Of course not."
"Then why are you making that face?"
"I didn't. Stop being so suspicious."
"Hmph..." she crossed her arms and frowned.
"Stop giving me that look. We're getting closer to the hospital."
She quickly used her phone to check her face. Her makeup was still okay. She sighed and quickly turned off her phone. She did not want to be disturbed when chatting with Mika.
He just smiled. Luckily the almost argument ended as fast as it started. He blew out a relieved sigh when she no longer talking about it.
"Do you want to buy flowers for Mika?" he asked after they got out of the car. They had to use the back door to enter when the driver realized some reporters were already gathering in front of the entrance of the hospital.
"I don't think so. They would see us if we go to the shop," she bit her lower lip unhappily. Mika would understand if she came empty-handed but she did not feel good coming without bringing anything.
"Don't worry. They can't do anything to us. Let's go upstairs," he touched her arm to usher her toward the elevator.
Luckily for them, the hospital's security was quite good. None of the reporters could get inside without permission from the hospital.
"Hmm..."
They walked side by side toward Mika's room. Like usual, Jason was already there, cooing at Mika.
It was getting creepy in Ryn's mind seeing the man looking so fascination toward her best friend. He did not care about his piling work in the office. Ryn had no doubt he ignored everything just to focus on Mika. Every time she came, Jason was already there. Even when they all go home, he was still there, refusing to move anywhere. But Ryn knew he did not sleep there. There was no extra bed or comfortable couch for Jason to lie on. And he would not be able to share the same bed as Mika with all the wires and machines.
"Mika, how are you feeling today," Ryn asked, taking Mika's hand and stroked it gently.
"I feel better now. How was the conference?" Mika asked. Her voice was stronger now and even her face was a bit pinkish. Hmm...
"It was okay. The lawyer will send the letter to Jennifer," Ryn shrugged. She did not want to talk about this anymore but it seemed like Mika was interested about it. She sighed a bit.
"Served her right. Suddenly come here and pretend to be good. Even mother finds her crazy," Mika said with a serious nod.
"Are you serious about bringing this to the court?" Jason asked with a frown. He was asking Jeremy.
"The only way to make her stop. If not, she will create another story and her fans will believe her." Jeremy shrugged.
"Do I have to go to the court?" Ryn asked, finally remembering that the lawyer even mentioned her name as one of his clients.
"Don't worry. Everything will be alright." Jeremy comforted Ryn.
"Believe in Jeremy, Ryn. Everything will be alright," Mika seconded. She believed her brother could settle everything. Of course, she did not expect him to go this way but thinking about this, if her brother only gave the statement during the press conference, that crazy Jennifer could spin his words and make herself the victim in this situation. Mika was getting fed up with this crazy Jennifer's attic. No doubt Jeremy was too.
"Poor Ryn," thought Mika silently. Ryn did not do anything at all but being accused of having bad feeling toward Jeremy by that evil woman.
"What is your plan after this?" Mika asked after she was done cursing Jennifer mentally.
"Study and work, obviously. Tomorrow I have classes back to back," Ryn sighed sadly at the thought.
"When is your final exam?" Jason asked suddenly.
He knew his fiancee could not wait for Ryn to be done with her study. Once Ryn graduated, Mika would lure Ryn to work with her at the company. Of course, one of them would stop Ryn with her modelling career but as Mika grumbled for a few times, modelling has a limit of age. Ryn needed to have another income setting for her future.
Everyone looked at Jason. Mika gave him a grateful look. Jeremy cocked an eyebrow. While Ryn, well, her lips twitched as his question. Obviously the question was for the sake of Mika. Jason did not care about anything else but Mika's happiness. He would do anything for his beloved woman.
"A few more weeks," she replied, holding her laughter when Mika pursed her lips unhappily. "Come on, don't worry about my exam. I believe in my brainpower."
"You, my dear," she changed the topic to Mika, "When are you going to get discharged. You look better now. Recuperate at home is better than here."
"I know," Mika grumbled, "But that old doctor said I have to stay here for at least another week."
"So you better start resting and don't worry about anything else. Rest and follow whatever the doctor tells you to do so you can leave this place as quickly as possible." Jeremy quipped after being silent the whole time.
"I am resting. Luckily my Jason is here or I will be bored to tears," Mika wailed.
Jason quickly hugged Mika as the best as he could while glaring at Jeremy and Ryn for making Mika sad.
Jeremy snorted while Ryn shook her head in bemused. Without the elders, their conversations were more chill and laid back. They exchanged jokes and stories before Jeremy followed the doctor to his office to hear Mika's latest condition.
It was, in Ryn's opinion, a better day than she thought it would be yesterday. Nothing would go wrong now.
On the same morning, in an apartment in the middle of the city, Jennifer woke up with a huge smile on her face. Yesterday her manager contacted the show directly and suggested for them to interview Jennifer regarding the scandal. Her manager even reassured the production that the show would be the main focus of all netizen. Everyone wanted to know the story behind the scandal, wouldn't they? And they were right. The rating was so high the producers could not stop from grinning from ear to ear. From the start until the end, every viewer watching the show did not change the channel. In fact, the viewers were more and more watching it. Hence, when she was done with the show and got home, she received a lot of messages from her fans and even new fans who felt sorry for her. They encouraged her to stay strong and should believe that her love was true and soon Jeremy found realize who really loved him. Some even encouraged her to find someone new. Someone who would appreciate her love and her heart. She went to sleep with a huge smile on her face. For two years she waited for him to make his move. For two years she waited for him to confess his feeling toward her. For two years she waited for him to announce his feeling to her for the whole world to know. But nothing. He did not do anything at all. However, she did not give up. It did not lower down her expectation or her enthusiasm. She still believed that one day he would acknowledge his real feeling. He would realize the perfect woman to share his life, for the rest of his life, was her. Only her. Jennifer Lin. So when she heard Jeremy would make a press conference this morning, she was happy. No doubt, in order to maintain his good name, he would obviously apologize for his mean attitude toward her and personally would announce that they are in a relationship. She believed he would not do otherwise. His career was depended on it! She had pushed him to the corner and he must follow the script! She sat on the couch with a mug of coffee on the coffee table. A bowl of oatmeal with a scoop of almond butter and some fruits next to the mug. She quickly turned on the television to watch the press conference. A huge smile was on her face. Her manager was sitting on another couch, smiling as well. Once the press conference finished, she would bring Jennifer to a mall for a dress shopping. Of course, she would contact some of the paparazzi she closed with to 'accidentally' bump into Jennifer and take photos of her shopping her dress for a romantic dinner with Jeremy. Everything was planned perfectly. Both pairs of eyes watched the press conference with building excitement and interest. Jennifer's hands shook and her face changed as she watched the conference. Jeremy dared to deny their relationship, even demeaning her worth. Was she ugly in his eyes? Was she unsuitable to be with him? No. She was the only woman suitable for him. She is beautiful, active in charity and her status is on par with him. She was about to lash out about him angrily at her manager when Jeremy's lawyer started to speak. She paused, wondering why a lawyer was speaking during the conference. "They... they want to sue me...?" she choked out. "I... I will check about this," her manager choked out and started to call someone. Jennifer ignored her manager. Her eyes were glued on the television. Her body shook in anger. How dared... how dare they suing her. Who do they think they are to do such a thing to her? "Jen, I just got back from the office. They just receive the letter from the law company," her manager choked out nervously. "Wh... what?" Jennifer's face paled. *~*~*~* Ryn leaned back and closed her eyes. She was tired. She did not even realize how tense she was during the press conference. She almost stumbled when she walked out of the hall. Luckily for her, Jeremy was there to catch her. "Do you want to go straight Mika after the meal?" Jeremy asked. They were now in a private room in a restaurant. Harry ordered Ryn's favourite, smiling seeing the furrow on her face but she did not say anything. Even when the waiter left them in their room after the order, she simply leaned back to her chair and closed her eyes. Jacob and the others did not disturb them. The lawyers went back to their office to proceed with the procedure. Jacob went back to the office to continue his work. "Hmm...?" Ryn opened her eyes and looked at him. "Do you want to go home first or go to the hospital to visit Mika?" Jeremy asked. "Straight to the hospital," she decided and closed back her eyes. "Okay." She took the time for the food to be ready for a short nap. Fortunately for her, Jeremy did not start any conversation anymore, just leaving her alone. She opened back her eyes when she heard the door being opened. Her eyes sparkled at the sight of the waiters bringing food. He smiled seeing how enthusiastic she was eating her food. So adorable even though she was the picture of corporate woman. In front of her favourite food and without the chain of work commitment, she just let loose and ate to her heart. Although she was hungry, she still ate tidily. Both did not even check their phone during the meal. In fact, Jeremy even silent his phone even though he should do that. Ryn already silent her phone before the press conference. Mei Li would handle anything unexpected, especially after the press conference. Ryn just wanted to clear her mind from any problem. They spent there for almost an hour before he escorted her back to the car. The driver was already waiting for them at the entrance, even opening the door for them. Jeremy sat next to her. He watched her making herself comfortable and smiled. "What?" "Nothing. How do you feel now?" he changed the topic quickly. "Hmm... I'm not sure. I'm just hoping nothing else will happen," she confessed. She was tired with this 'Jennifer' drama and wanted this to be done with and never appear again. "Your class is tomorrow, right? Do you need any help?" he asked, just remembered that the weekdays were starting tomorrow. She would be busy with class and work again. "No need. I can take the bus." "Catherine..." he sighed heavily. "Jeremy..." "Our scandal is still new. It's not suitable for you not to be guarded especially-" "Jeremy, don't worry. No one will bother me," she cut his words exasperatedly. "Catherine, you don't seem to understand how serious this matter is." "I do understand but I want my life to be normal back." He rubbed between his brows in frustration. Was she for real? A normal life? When did she ever be normal? She was a supermodel, for God sake. Whether she liked it or not, her life was not normal, not ever. "Don't make that face. I know my life is not normal but I try to be as normal as possible," she cried. "Then you are in the real world," he pointed out. "Of course. Why? You think I'm still dreaming?" "No," he chuckled, "Of course not." "Then why are you making that face?" "I didn't. Stop being so suspicious." "Hmph..." she crossed her arms and frowned. "Stop giving me that look. We're getting closer to the hospital." She quickly used her phone to check her face. Her makeup was still okay. She sighed and quickly turned off her phone. She did not want to be disturbed when chatting with Mika. He just smiled. Luckily the almost argument ended as fast as it started. He blew out a relieved sigh when she no longer talking about it. "Do you want to buy flowers for Mika?" he asked after they got out of the car. They had to use the back door to enter when the driver realized some reporters were already gathering in front of the entrance of the hospital. "I don't think so. They would see us if we go to the shop," she bit her lower lip unhappily. Mika would understand if she came empty-handed but she did not feel good coming without bringing anything. "Don't worry. They can't do anything to us. Let's go upstairs," he touched her arm to usher her toward the elevator. Luckily for them, the hospital's security was quite good. None of the reporters could get inside without permission from the hospital. "Hmm..." They walked side by side toward Mika's room. Like usual, Jason was already there, cooing at Mika. It was getting creepy in Ryn's mind seeing the man looking so fascination toward her best friend. He did not care about his piling work in the office. Ryn had no doubt he ignored everything just to focus on Mika. Every time she came, Jason was already there. Even when they all go home, he was still there, refusing to move anywhere. But Ryn knew he did not sleep there. There was no extra bed or comfortable couch for Jason to lie on. And he would not be able to share the same bed as Mika with all the wires and machines. "Mika, how are you feeling today," Ryn asked, taking Mika's hand and stroked it gently. "I feel better now. How was the conference?" Mika asked. Her voice was stronger now and even her face was a bit pinkish. Hmm... "It was okay. The lawyer will send the letter to Jennifer," Ryn shrugged. She did not want to talk about this anymore but it seemed like Mika was interested about it. She sighed a bit. "Served her right. Suddenly come here and pretend to be good. Even mother finds her crazy," Mika said with a serious nod. "Are you serious about bringing this to the court?" Jason asked with a frown. He was asking Jeremy. "The only way to make her stop. If not, she will create another story and her fans will believe her." Jeremy shrugged. "Do I have to go to the court?" Ryn asked, finally remembering that the lawyer even mentioned her name as one of his clients. "Don't worry. Everything will be alright." Jeremy comforted Ryn. "Believe in Jeremy, Ryn. Everything will be alright," Mika seconded. She believed her brother could settle everything. Of course, she did not expect him to go this way but thinking about this, if her brother only gave the statement during the press conference, that crazy Jennifer could spin his words and make herself the victim in this situation. Mika was getting fed up with this crazy Jennifer's attic. No doubt Jeremy was too. "Poor Ryn," thought Mika silently. Ryn did not do anything at all but being accused of having bad feeling toward Jeremy by that evil woman. "What is your plan after this?" Mika asked after she was done cursing Jennifer mentally. "Study and work, obviously. Tomorrow I have classes back to back," Ryn sighed sadly at the thought. "When is your final exam?" Jason asked suddenly. He knew his fiancee could not wait for Ryn to be done with her study. Once Ryn graduated, Mika would lure Ryn to work with her at the company. Of course, one of them would stop Ryn with her modelling career but as Mika grumbled for a few times, modelling has a limit of age. Ryn needed to have another income setting for her future. Everyone looked at Jason. Mika gave him a grateful look. Jeremy cocked an eyebrow. While Ryn, well, her lips twitched as his question. Obviously the question was for the sake of Mika. Jason did not care about anything else but Mika's happiness. He would do anything for his beloved woman. "A few more weeks," she replied, holding her laughter when Mika pursed her lips unhappily. "Come on, don't worry about my exam. I believe in my brainpower." "You, my dear," she changed the topic to Mika, "When are you going to get discharged. You look better now. Recuperate at home is better than here." "I know," Mika grumbled, "But that old doctor said I have to stay here for at least another week." "So you better start resting and don't worry about anything else. Rest and follow whatever the doctor tells you to do so you can leave this place as quickly as possible." Jeremy quipped after being silent the whole time. "I am resting. Luckily my Jason is here or I will be bored to tears," Mika wailed. Jason quickly hugged Mika as the best as he could while glaring at Jeremy and Ryn for making Mika sad. Jeremy snorted while Ryn shook her head in bemused. Without the elders, their conversations were more chill and laid back. They exchanged jokes and stories before Jeremy followed the doctor to his office to hear Mika's latest condition. It was, in Ryn's opinion, a better day than she thought it would be yesterday. Nothing would go wrong now.
