Pfft! Caspian couldn't contain his laughter, and he chuckled aloud.
“What else could I take her as, then? My mom?”
“Stop messing around. I'm being serious. Are you in love with Joan?” asked Jessica carefully as she scrutinized the man on the hospital bed.
What is wrong with this woman? Did she take the wrong meds? Or did her brain got fried? Joan is my boss' wife, there's no way I would see her as anything but that. Besides, I honestly have no feelings for her.
“Stop spouting nonsense,” replied Caspian before he turned around.
Hold on, something is off! Jessica run around and looked right into his eyes in an attempt to read
his expressions.
“Tell me the truth. Have you tried courting her before? Did you come after me because she rejected your advances?” interrogated Jessica.
Oh my gosh, her imaginations baffles me! Caspian stared at the woman he loved and shook his head before sighing.
“My dear, Ms. Jessica Zimmer, can you please stop your nonsensical ramblings? Joan was, is, and will always be my boss' wife, okay? Also, I only see her as a family member and a friend. There is no love between us. Understand?” said Caspian.
His words got Jessica to feel much better. She simply wanted to hear Caspian clarify everything and deny having any feelings for Joan.
“Ah, I see,” replied Jessica.
“What did you think was going on?” demanded Caspian while glaring at her, seemingly a little upset.
“Aww, come on, why are you angry? I swear, your mood swings faster than that of a woman's...” muttered Jessica before she slapped on Caspian's shoulder harshly.
“Ouch!” yelped Caspian.
“What's wrong? Did I hit your wound? I'm so sorry. I didn't mean it,” said Jessica apologetically while massaging his shoulder for him.
“Mmm... that feels good. Do continue,” said Caspian with his eyes closed. He seemed like he was really enjoying the massage.
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