The Unwilling CEO's Love Game novel Chapter 184

Melvin gripped Jocelyn's hand tightly, his voice steady, "I'll treat her right."

No grand declarations, just a few simple words that spoke volumes.

"That's good to hear," Daisy replied, without feeling the need to add anything else.

Those who genuinely cared for Jocelyn didn’t need to say much; their actions spoke for them. As for those who didn't, well, all the words in the world wouldn't make a difference.

After dinner, leaving the family home, Melvin couldn't stop pondering why Daisy had said what she did.

He noticed Jocelyn seemed lost in thought and asked, "What's on your mind?"

"Nothing," she shook her head, a wistful look in her eyes. "It's just that I think parents are always the ones who love you the most in this world."

Melvin simply looked at her for a moment, choosing neither to agree or disagree, his eyes fixed ahead.

The car had barely left the neighborhood when he finally spoke, "Yeah, you're lucky... and blessed."

Jocelyn didn't dwell on his words; instead, she let out a heavy sigh, "They just care about my happiness, that's all."

"Yeah."

Melvin fell silent again, and so did Jocelyn, who was still wrapped up in her parents' heartfelt sentiments.

It wasn't until they reached the base of her apartment complex that she took a deep breath, turned to Melvin with a big smile, and said, "Alright, I was a bit down, but now let's talk about something happy."

"What's up?" Melvin asked, his curiosity piqued.

Jocelyn bit her lip, her face lighting up with excitement as she rummaged through her purse and pulled out a little booklet, "Look, my mom gave me this."

Melvin saw the words on the cover and felt a jolt in his heart.

"Surprised?" Jocelyn caressed the leather cover. "That's why my mom had so much to say to you. Both she and my dad have given us their blessing."

The happiness radiated from her face.

Previously, Melvin had never brought up marriage, and then her parents objected. But now, all obstacles seemed to have vanished.

"We can get the marriage certificate first and worry about a wedding later, whenever we're ready," Jocelyn mused, believing the ceremony wasn't as important as being together.

In the end, it wasn't about the wedding day but the marriage itself. As long as there was love, every day felt ceremonial.

Noticing Melvin's silence, Jocelyn tilted her head and asked, "Why so quiet?"

Melvin's fingers twitched slightly, his heartbeat erratic.

"Have you really thought this through?" His voice was barely above a whisper.

"Of course," Jocelyn waved the booklet. "Getting Mom's approval wasn't easy. Wait, are you having second thoughts?"

Realizing his lack of enthusiasm, she suddenly felt anxious.

Shaking his head, Melvin reassured her, "If you're sure, that's all that matters."

"I've been sure for a while," Jocelyn said, slipping the booklet back into her purse and grasping his hand. "Let's take the day off tomorrow and head to the registry office."

Jocelyn's eyes twinkled with hope and joy as she looked at Melvin, envisioning their future together.

His hand remained stiff in hers.

He watched her, her face alight with joy; his own body tense, but he nodded in agreement.

Her excitement bubbled over as she hugged him and planted a kiss on his lips, "Love you!"

Her uninhibited joy and the sparkle in her eyes eased the tightness in Melvin's chest.

"Let's go home now. We want to be the first couple at the registry tomorrow," she said, stepping out of the car and beckoning him to follow. When he didn't move, she opened his door. "Come on."

Melvin, looking at her beaming face, swallowed hard. "Let's not stay together tonight since we're registering tomorrow."

She blinked in surprise. "Why not?"

"It's like an old tradition; the bride and groom aren't supposed to see each other the night before the wedding because it might bring bad fortune to our marriage," Melvin explained awkwardly.