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    Yasmin’s timid demeanor suggested that Yvette bullled her regrly.


    When Jacob frowned, Yasmin felt triumphant, believing that his impression of Yvette was now


    tainted. She thought Jacob would dislike Yvette if she persisted.


    With such a thought, Yasmin continued, “Yvie, If you don’t want me toe, I won’t-


    “Enough,” Jacob interrupted sternly. After working in the business industry, he had seen various


    types of people. Yasmin’s maniptive intent was clear as day to him, so he wouldn’t be fooled.


    “Jacob, what’s wrong?” Yasmin asked in confusion.


    ording to her n, Jacob should’ve started disliking Yvette by now. Instead, he seemed more


    severe with Yasmin.


    With his nd expression, Jacob’s imposing presence intensified. “I’ve just returned and would like


    to spend more time with Yvette. Have Sean and Ashton apany you instead. I’ll cover all your


    expenses.


    “Jacob, we want to apany Yvette too… Ashton and Sean spoke up.


    “What?” Jacob cut them off with a cold re. It was starkly different from his earlier warmth toward


    Yvette.


    “What did you say you wanted to do?”


    Sean and Ashton instantly fell silent. Their simmering anger was subdued by Jacob’s authority.


    They were frustrated that he was now also vying for Yvette’s attention..


    Despite their resentment, they couldn’t do anything about it.


    Yvette spoke up amidst this tension, “Jacob.”


    “Yeah?” Jacob’s expression immediately softened as he turned to her. “Yes, Yvie?”


    “You don’t have to go shopping with me. Just focus on your work.”


    Jacob felt a wave of warmth at her words and affectionately patted her head,


    “It’s alright, I can make time for you.”


    This scene made Yasmin’s jealousy grow even more. Although she maintained aposed


    exterior, she was clenching her fists tightly.


    Then, she turned to pour Jacob a cup of tea. “Jacob, you must be tired from your trip. Have some


    teal”


    “Thanks,” Jacob said politely.


    “Yvie, you should try the tea I brew!” Yasmin offered.


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    She ingratiatingly poured another cup of tea for Yvette, Just as Yvette was about to take it, Yasmin


    let go, causing the hot tea to spill on her own hand.


    “Ouch!” Yasmin cried out in pain, “Yvie, why did you purposely spill the hot tea on me?”


    Yvette coldly observed her obvious act and responded, “You were the one who let go of it.”


    “Why would I intentionally burn myself?” Yasmin’s eyes became watery as the grievance in her


    tone Intensified. “Yvie, I won’t mind if you refuse to apologize. But please don’t use me like this!”