Chapter 101 Incompatible

Alec was silent for a long time. Just as Jenny thought he was about to get angry again, he said, "I'll pick you up for the birthday party tomorrow." "You don't have to do that." When Jenny's rejection was met with Alec's murderous gaze, she explained, "Max invited me to the party first." In other words, Alec was too late. Jenny noted the violent heaving of Alec's chest, and she guessed that he was on the verge of lashing out in rage. After remaining silent for so long that Jenny thought he would never speak again, Alec suddenly said, "Alright then, I'll wait for you at the venue." Jenny didn't try to provoke him further. After all, offending him would do her no good. She just wanted to set clear boundaries with him. As she reached for another skewer, she asked, "Won't you be with Yvonne?" "Who said that?" Alec immediately retorted. "We grew up together, so we're just close friends." He had never liked anyone in the past, which was why he allowed himself to get so close to Yvonne