Chapter 443

Stanley wondered when Nancy and Jacob had met—and why they seemed so close. Nancy let Jacob guide her away, their fingers locked together, her face turning a deep shade of red. They were holding hands… But before Nancy could fully enjoy the moment, the memory of that day outside the booth with Collin hit her like a ton of bricks. Jacob only saw her as sweet and treated her like a little sister. The thrill she'd just felt evaporated in an instant, and she wrenched her hand free from his grasp. She had no intention of being his "sweet little sister"! "Don't you want to go back to the room?" Jacob's voice was tender, his misunderstanding clear. "How about I take you home instead?" Nancy turned her face away, her voice cold. "No, Mr. Murray. I can get home by myself." Ugh, he realized she was still mad at him. Jacob removed his gold-rimmed glasses, rubbing his brows with a sigh. As he leaned in close toward her, his voice took on a warm, indulgent tone. "Nance, what's got you work