Chapter 5 Jaelynn ignored him and picked a spot by the door , away from him , where the air felt fresher . Noticing Jaelynn and Javon acting like strangers , Logan tried to smooth things over . " Javon , Jaelynn's been handling the wedding preparations all by herself . It's not easy . How can you argue over something so small after being together for more than ten years ? " Their friends were quietly nudging Javon to show a little understanding . Since everyone's here , I need to clear a few things up with you , " Javon said , setting his glass down and turning to Jaelynn . " This whole situation is your fault . You need to admit you messed up . The " Shay comes from a poor family and worked hard to get where she is . You're a spoiled rich girl who doesn't get how much effort that took . And now that the Norton family's gone broke , it's time you dropped that spoiled attitude . " The moment Javon mentioned the Norton family , Jaelynn's eyes turned icy . " I was born into the Norton family . I have no reason to be ashamed of that . " The Norton family and her father were her fondest memories , not something painful . Yet Javon casually twisted that into an insult . 124 Hail " Javon , you pampered Jaelynn too . That shows how much you cared , " Talon said , trying to defuse the tension alongside Logan . Right then , Javon's phone rang . " Shay , you're still running a fever . Listen to the doctor and rest . Don't wander off . I'm coming over now . ' Javon grabbed his suit jacket and stood . " I've got to go . Next time , the drinks are on me . " As he passed Jaelynn , he caught her looking down . E 1 " Jaelynn , take some time to really think about your mistakes . If you don't , I won't help with the wedding plans . Think about it . " Jaelynn didn't answer . Talon cleared his throat . " Jaelynn , don't be so petty . Shayla's a student Javon sponsors . Of course he's going to care . Men have their social obligations . They might go along with things , but as long as they come back when it matters , it's fine . " Jaelynn just smiled . After the birthday party , she went back to working on the venue documents . Her phone buzzed . It was a message from " Zain . " She paused for a moment . " Ms. Norton , sorry , I've been busy with work lately . Are you free this Friday evening ? I'd like to take you out to dinner . " She decided to take this blind date seriously . Jaelynn typed her reply , head bowed . " I'm free Friday evening . Let me know once you've picked a restaurant . " " Okay . " Meanwhile , Javon woke up in the middle of the night with a stomachache . He suddenly remembered the oatmeal Jaelynn used to make for him . He went downstairs to the kitchen and checked , but there was none . Frowning and holding his stomach , he sent her a WhatsApp message . " Which brand of oats did you usually buy for me ? " 11,02 Admissions Open - BS Programs Ready to begin your Journey ? Admiti maris 59 % Apply now < Chapter 5 As soon as he hit send , he noticed he had been blocked by her . Javon froze . Had Jaelynn blocked him ? as well . " He spent the night enduring stomach pain , looking pale . Mr. Bradford , breakfast is ready , " the maid , Perla Chavez , said , bringing over a bowl of oatmeal . Javon sat at the table and took a bite . He immediately frowned . " Next time , go back to the brand we used to get . " V " Mr. Bradford , the oats you liked were specially ordered from a shop by Ms. Norton . I think the store - bought kind works just a Javon put down his spoon after two bites . " Then don't make oatmeal for me anymore . " Perla didn't quite understand , but she nodded in agreement . Javon changed into his suit and headed downstairs , stopping On it lay a letter from a high - end custom bridal shop . WHE at the coffee table He suddenly realized he still had no idea what Jaelynn's wedding dress looked like . Feeling a twinge of guilt , he picked up the envelope , about to open it . Just then , his phone rang . Shayla's soft voice came through . " Mr. Bradford , when will you be here ? I'm getting hungry. " Javon immediately set the envelope down and spoke gently as he walked out . " I'll be there soon . Don't worry , I won't let you go hungry . " He had no idea this letter was the bridal shop's final notice to destroy the wedding dress . Menu FILL- The 10 a.m. meeting was suddenly delayed by half an hour . Javon sat behind his desk , expression stern . " Shayla , didn't you check the documents you brought for my signature ? How could you miss something so important ? " Shayla was too embarrassed to look up . " I'm sorry , Mr. Bradford . " Hearing her shaky voice , Javon's frown softened . " I'm not scolding you . Mistakes happen , especially when you're new . But you need to take responsibility for your work . You're here to lighten my load , not add to it . " Soon after , Marcus arrived to take over Shayla's tasks . He was fully capable and didn't need her help . Left on the sidelines , Shayla could only leave the office with red , tear - streaked eyes . Conference room . Jaelynn had been called into the meeting at the last minute . She took a seat at the far end of the table . " Mr. Bradford . " 1152 Admissions Open - BS Programs Reply to begin your journey ? Aderus Apply now 59 % < Chapter 5 As greetings were exchanged , Javon strode in , his eyes immediately locking on Jaelynn . Menu Admissions Open - BS Programs