Chapter 412

Nicole snapped back to reality and immediately pushed Jacob's shoulders. She mumbled, "Stop. People are watching. Jacob, please, not here..." Her resistance only worsened Jacob's already sour mood. Frowning, he pulled back slightly but kept his lips close to hers. "So what if they see? Are you afraid Griffin will find out?" he whispered. Nicole tried to get up, but the difference in strength was too great. Hoping to calm him down, she had no choice but to patiently explain, "Jacob, it's not about Griffin. This is a public place. I don't want people to think I'm two-timing, or that you're some kind of... secret lover." Jacob's tense expression relaxed slightly at her words, but he did not let go of Nicole's hand. Instead, he glanced back at the curious staff, who quickly ducked out of sight. After a moment's thought, he released her. Nicole sighed in relief, hurriedly standing up and fixing her hair. "Jacob, can't you be more careful in places like this..." Before she could finis