Chapter 111
The next day, as Julia sat at the dining table eating breakfast, she keenly felt Harry’s gaze fixed on her. It was so intense that she couldn’t look straight at him and felt inexplicably uneasy.
She stole a glance at Harry’s expression and belatedly realized that Harry’s inner thoughts were not something an ordinary person like her could comprehend.
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Julia glared at him. Seeing that Harry’s gaze lingered on her, she could not help but glare at him again. Harry was looking at her. Finally, she could not help but ask, “Why are you staring at me? Is there something on my face?”
Harry replied with a simple “no,” but Julia still reached up to tough her face, almost reflexively checking for any imperfections. After all, Harry’s words weren’t always trustworthy.
After a while, Harry still hadn’t taken his eyes off Julia. Unable to eat anymore, Julia said, “Harry, do you have something to say? If you do, just say it. There’s no need to stare at me like this
Feeling uncomfortable under Harry’s intense gaze, Julia was irrigated. She couldn’t stand Harry’s habit of remaining sileht and just staring at people, which tested her patience. Unfortunately, Julia didn’t have much patience when it came to dealing with Harry.
Harry smiled faintly at Julia’s question and gently said, “You should finish your breakfast first. I’ll take you to the office later.”
Julia instantly understood. Harry must have something to say to her but preferred to wait until he could talk to her privately. without the presence of household staff. So, when he drove her to work later, they would be alone in the car, and he could speak freely
Feeling quite pleased with herself for figuring out Harry’s strange behavior, Julia happily resumed eating her breakfast.
During the car ride, Julia waited silently for Harry to speak first, but he remained focused on driving, occasionally asking about the recovery of the wound on her arm. He didn’t bring up anything else
Julia leaned against the car window, lost in thought. She wondered why Harry suddenly decided to drive her to work and why he kept looking at her without saying anything.
“Harry, don’t you have something to tell me? It’s just the two of us now. You can tell me anything. You know I’m very understanding. Even if it’s about Arya, I won’t get angry,” Julia said.
Harry glanced sideways at Julia, unable to resist mocking her. “It seems like you’re indeed understanding. You’re not even bothered by Arya.”
Julia nodded and smiled, admitting she was a very understanding person. She didn’t detect the sarcasm in Harry’s tone. “Yes, I am very understanding. You’ve known that since we married three years ago, haven’t you? Did you just realize it now?”
“You talk too much, Harry retorted.
Julia’s mouth twitched “It’s not that I talk too much. You were acting strange this morning, staring at me without saying anything. If it’s not about Arya, then what else could it be? Why else would you keep staring at me?”
“Why does it have to be related to Arya?” Harry responded calmly.
“If it’s not about Arya, could it be because you like me? That reason doesn’t hold up. You said last night that jealous. If you’re not jealous of me and Otis, how could you like me?” Julia spoke matter–of–factly, not paying attention to Harry’s expression
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After a moment, Harry asked casually. “So, according to what you’re saying, was Valerie’s dinner invitation last night actually
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Julia couldn’t believe how sharp Harry’s mind was. He connected seemingly unrelated events and accurately guessed their purpose. It amazed her.
She was certain she hadn’t slipped up last night, so there was only one conclusion. Harry had figured it out on his own. But she couldn’t admit that.
“You’re overthinking it. Why would I ask Valerie to test your attitude? Besides, your feelings for Arya are not a secret. Why would I need to test you? That would only cause trouble for me Julia said nonchalantly, glancing at Harry from the corner of her eye.
“Looks like I was overthinking it,” Harry replied, not wanting to well on the issue with Julia. Julia felt relieved.
Just stop at the intersection up ahead. I can walk the rest of the way. No need to drop me off at the office entrance,” Julia said.
“Are you worried about someone seeing me drop you off?” Harry asked.
“No,” Julia replied.
“Then you’re worried about Otis seeing me drop you off? Harry continued.
“Not really. f just thought it would save time if you stopped here What are you thinking?” Julia persisted.
“No problem. Stopping at the office entrance will save you a few steps.” Harry insisted. As the car came to a stop, Harry leaned over, Julia was startled and instinctively moved back
What are you doing?” Julia was puzzled. With so many people at the office entrance, being seen in such a position could lead to misunderstandings about what they were doing in the car, especially since their posture was quite intimate.
Harry calmly helped Julia unfasten her seatbelt. “What do you think I’m doing? What’s on your mind?”
“I can unfasten my seatbelt myself. When you suddenly leaned over like that, I naturally suspected your intentions.” Julia pushed Harry away, opened the car door, and quickly walked in the office as if fleeing for her life.
As she turned around, Harry’s car had already disappeared into the sea of people.
Strange, how strange.
Suddenly, someone tapped Julia on the shoulder. Julia turned around abruptly to find Valerie’s face inches away from hers. smiling and looking at her. Valerie asked, “What were you looking at just now? I called your name several times, but you didn’t hear me.”
“Harry is acting strange,” Julia replied.
Valerie immediately linked arms with Julia. “How strange? Tell me all about it. Let me analyze it carefully for you. I’m an expert in relationships, But first, tell me what happened last night”
After hearing Julia’s account, Valerie pounded the table and responded with utmost certainty, “Believe me, Harry definitely likes you. I trust my eyes, and I wouldn’t misjudge someone. Harry likes you more than Aryä.
“I still think you’re reading too much into it,” Julia said,
“Well, an outsider’s view is often more objective. Valerie said earnestly, “How else do you explain Harry’s strange behavior after last night? I’m convinced that he likes you.”
Julia found Valerie’s certainty amusing. “I don’t care whether he likes me or not.”