From His Ex-Wife to the World's Most Sought-After Restorer (Jade and Hudson) novel Chapter 201

Jade was a sharp woman; she craved independence and the grit to handle whatever life threw at her.

As for being a "clinging vine" who lived in the shadow of a man...

Julian didn't want to see her turn into that, and he knew it was the last thing she wanted for herself.

Jade tilted her head to look at Julian, her amber eyes clear enough to see the bottom.

"Julian, what is it that you actually want?"

Their eyes locked.

The air and the scenery around them seemed to blur into a haze, leaving only the two of them in focus.

Julian's lips curled into a faint smile as he countered with a question.

"What do you think I want?"

A profound tenderness began to spread through his dark eyes, like an invisible net closing around her.

Jade's heart skipped a beat, and she quickly looked away, her fingers curling into her palms with a sudden awkwardness.

Julian didn't wait for an answer; he simply kept talking.

"When things settle down here, come to Harbor City with me. My grandfather hasn't stopped asking about you."

Jade gave a polite nod.

"I'd love to. He gave me that exquisite emerald hairpin last time, and I haven't even thanked him properly."

A flash of genuine surprise crossed Julian's face.

"He gave you a emerald hairpin?"

"Yes, the day I finished the restoration project and left Harbor City," Jade said, noting his shock.

"Is there a problem with that?"

Julian studied her for two long seconds before shaking his head.

"No. It's nothing."

His tone said it was definitely something, but Jade didn't push.

"You sure?"

"Positive."

Julian began walking toward the parking lot, his stride long and confident.

"Besides visiting my grandfather, I actually need a small favor from you."

Jade matched his pace.

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