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“Izabelle Vedroe's Residence Apartment”
Jackson and several bodyguards escorted Belle to Belle's apartment.
“Make sure you find out who the person behind all this hoax is.” Jackson said to the head bodyguard.
“Okay, sir. We will do the best we can.” He answered with confidence.
“If it's me, then I don't mind it, because since what happened to mom and dad... I've been very prepared for all the possibilities that will happen. However, if it happens to you, I won't stay silent.” Jackson said to Belle.
“I'm sorry, Mr. Jackson. Because of me, you have also received news of this scandal.” Said Belle, whose tears finally couldn't be suppressed anymore.
“We'd better talk to Jordan about all this news. Do you agree with me?”
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--”Ah, this isn't what I wanted... however, I have to do this. After all, Jordan is my brother...”--
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Jackson wrestles with his own feelings, over the actions he took this time. Actually, Jackson was very unwilling, if Belle met Jordan and all the possibilities of their love relationship blossomed again. However, on the other hand, Jordan is his own brother. This choice was very difficult for Jackson. However, Jackson must remain wise in making a decision.
“Sir, are you serious?” Belle couldn't believe it. Her hidden intention was realized.
“Of course. Tomorrow I will try to bring you and all of us together.” Jackson said with a sad look.
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Not wanting to act based on his own ego, Jackson decided to bring Jordan and Belle together.
I don't know what will happen when they meet after a long time apart.
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“Heron Family Residence Mansion”
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Jackson: “Tomorrow night, I want you to come to my resort. Not with a mysterious woman or anything.” Jackson said through a cellular call.
Jordan: “Do you want me to witness the story of the young prince's proposal to the woman of his dreams?” Jordan replied in a mocking tone, followed by a chuckle.
Jackson: “Make sure you come in manly, and don't be a loser for a long time.” Jackson snapped, then ended their call.
I don't want to get too involved in an argument that ends in a debate. Jackson went straight to the point of their conversation. What a wise handsome man, that is Jackson, as the first son who has a heavy burden of responsibility.
“Is Jordan just testing Belle's feelings? Will they come back tomorrow?” question after question kept popping up in Jackson's mind.
Anxiety, if you have to lose Belle, but that feeling is also not quite right. Considering Jordan is his brother.
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The next day, when night fell.
Jackson ordered his bodyguard to pick up Belle, so that Belle would be safer. Because if Belle went with him, it would only add to Jordan's suspicions about Jackson's feelings for Belle.
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“Jack's Resort”
It was a very exciting night for all of them.
In a park right next to the resort area, Jordan and Jackson were already sitting opposite each other waiting for Belle to arrive.
“Hello, gentlemen.” Said Belle who had just arrived.
At that moment, Jordan looked at Belle with such a sharp gaze that he didn't blink for a second. The same goes for Belle.
Seeing the two people, Jackson felt himself just a parasite.
“Stay here, so that all can be clearly heard.” Jordan said, when he saw Jackson about to leave.
Belle was still in shock and didn't expect their meeting tonight.
“During my absence, there has been so much news about you guys. I hope it will bring you two closer together.” said Jordan.
“What do you mean, Mr. Jordan? You've been missing for almost two years. No news at all! Do you know how long I've been waiting for you...” Belle said emotionally, causing her to stand up.
“Even if I say it, it won't change anything. I just want to say, it's all just a story from the past. There's nothing to explain or regret. Live your life well, because there will be a reality that you'll know in the end.” Jordan said.
“It's so easy for you to say that with your mouth!” shouted Belle, who couldn't take it anymore.
“Of course, it's the same with you and all of you. I really don't care anymore.” Jordan snapped with a cold smiling face.
Jordan got up from his seat and walked away from Belle and Jackson.
“Bastard! You bastard Jordan!” cried Belle emotionally.
“Izabelle, that's enough...” Jackson said, then grabbed Belle's hand.
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Belle went after Jordan, and tried to grab the hem of the coat Jordan was wearing.
“Mr. Jordan... explain to me, what made you turn like this...” said Belle who was already in tears.
“Nothing.. I just want to live my own life, without the presence of a past figure.”
“I know? I've been waiting for you for the past two years... I continue to have faith, that we will meet again. Until finally that big hope came true, but this is not what I wanted...” said Belle while continuing to cry.
Jordan pushed Belle's fingers out of his coat, and turned around for a moment.
“I don't love you anymore, Izabelle forget me and all memories of me.” Jordan said in a soft tone and smiled faintly.
“Mr. Jordan . . . tell me you're playing a prank on me, aren't you?” Belle spoke in a half voice, because right now Belle just wanted to cry and scream in her emotions.
“Show a little bit of self-respect, don't beg like this. Because it looks very low. Be aware of one thing, that someone's feelings will change over time.” Jordan snapped, then walked away leaving Belle alone.
Belle fell down in her deep disappointment, the man Belle had long hoped for and always waited for, finally showed another face. Belle was devastated beyond words.
Jackson stood behind Belle, wanted to hug Belle, but his intentions could not be conveyed, considering that their relationship was only ordinary friends until now.
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