< Chapter 16 Chapter 16 Thanks to Lennon , her math grades improved by leaps and bounds , soaring from failing to A plus . Mariela excelled in all her other subjects . Without math holding her back , she was successfully admitted to New York University . Back then , Mariela only saw Lennon as a good brother . She respected him and liked him , but there was not a hint of romantic feelings between them . So , when her father said that he wanted to arrange a marriage of convenience with the Stark family and asked her to marry Lennon , she couldnt accept it . Mariela only saw Lennon as a brother . How could she marry him ? As Mariela was reminiscing , the bedroom door was pushed open . Jaime stood by the door , lowering his gaze to look at Mariela . Is everything packed up ? Almost . Jaime leaned against the door frame and asked , Mariela , do you have something to Mariela looked up at him with a puzzled expression on her face . What ? say to me ? Jaime thought that perhaps she was still angry and didnt want to give him that gift so soon . He decided to give her a way out first . His tone carried a hint of Jaime was sure that it would work . tenderness . I had a bad tone in the store today . Dont be angry . Mariela sighed and looked up at him , her expression serious , Im not angry . Jaime didnt believe her . You dont have to lie . Believe whatever you want . Jaime became impatient as soon as he heard that . Mariela , I have already apologized to you . What else do you want ? 12 ただ Mariela continued to pack her things without stopping and calmly replied , I dont need your apology . Jaime stared at her fixedly for a few seconds . A moment later , he asked somewhat unnaturally , Where is the gift ? Mariela turned to look at him . What_gift ? Mario said he saw you buy me a watch , Jaime said . Didnt you buy it to apologize to me ? Ive already come back. Arent you planning to take it out ? Mariela wanted to say that it wasnt for him , but Jaime continued , Thats enough . Dont go Mariela suddenly laughed upon hearing what he said . Jaime frowned . What are you laughing at ? too far , Mariela . You are so funny , Mariela replied , meeting Jaimes eyes . I did buy a watch , but not for you . And I dont think I did anything wrong . Why would I apologize to you ? Wasnt it bought for me ? Then who did you buy it for ? Jaimes eyes filled with anger , and his fists involuntarily clenched . None of your business , Mariela replied nonchalantly . None of my business ? Jaime became furious . I am your boyfriend ! How dare you buy gifts for other men and say its none of my business ! Jaime was angry , but Mariela was much calmer . She looked at Jaime , amused . Arent you Juliettes boyfriend ? 13:14 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!