Chapter 45 Jack shot a cold glance over : What are you doing here ? I just came to keep you company . You can leave . Jack walked into the room with his hands in his pockets , but Andrew followed him : So heartless ? Im not going anywhere . Jack walked inside , carrying the bag , but Andrew followed him into the elevator . He peeked into the bag . Brown sugar water ? Is the little lady on her period ? Jack replied simply , Yes . If I hadnt seen it with my own eyes , I wouldnt have believed it . Jack actually bought feminine products and brown sugar water how considerate ! Jack had never been this gentle or considerate with girls . It was always been girls orbiting around Jack . Take it easy later , dont scare her . After giving his instructions , Jack returned to the apartment and knocked on the bathroom. door : I brought the stuff back . over , her face flushed . voice , finally dragged herself Alice , hearing his She opened the door a crack and extended her delicate hand . Jack directly handed over the bag , and her hand felt the weight did he really buy this much ? Closing the door , Alice saw various brands of pads . She couldnt help but smile . He probably didnt know which one girls use , so he bought them all . After changing she came OUL find to a young On man sitting the sofa . Alice felt awkward . Andrew waved . Hi , kiddo , Im Jacks best friend . Oh , its you . Alice remembered that Jacks friend had offered her his apartment . Even the restaurant incident where Jack kicked out her brother and Chloe , it had been because of him . Did Jack mention me ? Did he say anything bad ? Nope , Im just crashing in your room and wanted to thank you in person . Dont worry . Ive got plenty of apartments . Im not here often . Jack emerged from the kitchen , carrying a cup of brown sugar water , handing it to Alice . Alice was surprised . Jack was actually very thoughtful . She held the warm cup . Thank you . Jack said calmly , Finish it and get some rest . Alice nodded , slowly sipping the drink , feeling much better . It had been years since someone had shown her such care . She stole a glance at Jack . But he was probably just feeling sorry for her , right ? After all , she had shamelessly lingered in the infirmary to do her homework . Remembering Jack with a beautiful woman at the restaurant , she reminded herself he probably < Chapter 45 dated a lot . He was older than her , handsome , and surely plenty of girls chased after him . Alice quickly averted her gaze , went to the study to pack her bag , and then returned to her apartment . Once in her room , she received a call from Noah . Alice , Luke put so much effort into that apology . What are you not satisfied with ? ΠΕ to join his team . He was sincere , Alice . What did he do wrong ? Tell me , and Ill make him change . Noah hoped Alice would reconcile with Luke . Alices voice was cold . His apology was fake ; he just wants Ill say and Im team , not joining the not forgiving him . it again . Im After saying that , Alice hung up . She had seen through Lukes tricks and wouldnt fall for it . After Alice left , Andrew teased , Jack , werent your You talk too much . a little too nice to her ? Im just saying to remind you , have you underestimated your charm ? What girl can resist ? Plus , with you being so nice to her , what if she ends up liking you ? Andrew had noticed the way Alice looking at Jack . It was easy to read the little girls emotions . Jack sat on the sofa . She likes someone else . Who ? She didnt say . Andrew chuckled . If she didnt say , then theres a problem . It might be you . Jacks lips tightened . Dont talk nonsense . up Im just warning you , dont end up tangled with her while youre still tied in your own issues . There are many ways to help her , but being this nice maybe its a bit much ? You dont know what shes been through at home . Shes got six brothers ! How could she have a bad time ? Jacks voice was low . But theres also her stepsister , the drivers daughter . The family is so close to that girl , and Alices always been neglected , treated unfairly . Hed initially thought Alice had a great life , but now he saw the little girls vulnerability . It made his heart ache . He couldnt help but be kind to her . After hearing this , Andrew sighed . I knew something was wrong with her brothers attitude . I thought she was just being difficult ; there was more to it . Just now I saw this girls look , not quite like the rumor said . Who in their right mind would show such favoritism ? Protecting a stepdaughter over their own flesh and blood ? Thats why I want to make up for it . If her parents hadnt died , things would have been different . Jack looked down , hiding the melancholy in his eyes . Andrew said , That was an accident . Dont blame yourself . If you want to be kind , just do it . Youre both in similar situations . However , Andrew worried Jacks efforts were excessive . Perhaps Jack hadnt realized it himself . The next day , a heavy rain poured down . Alice looked out at the rain , feeling a bit troubled . It was the first day of her period , and if her shoes got wet , her stomach would definitely hurt . 14.30 Chapter 45 She packed her bag and stepped outside , just in time to hear a door opening next door . Andrew waved . Morning , Alice ! Its pouring out there ; its going to be hard to catch a cab . Well take you . to school . Jack stood beside him , glancing at her . Alice didnt object , her mood inexplicably brightened . They went to the garage . Alice saw the black luxury car and asked Andrew , Is that yours ? Jack had driven it yesterday . Shed looked it up ; it cost millions . Andrew coughed . Yeah , of course its mine . Look at the lines ! So sleek ! A free ride was a free ride . Jack sat in the passenger seat , coldly saying , Drive ! Alright ! Andrew was quick to comply ; after all , he had his eye on this car before Jack snatched it . Alice sat Chlo in the back , watching their dynamic and suddenly feeling a bit envious . Because of Chloe , shed had no real friends . She admired Jacks relationship with his friend . The rain was heavy , and traffic was jammed . They stopped at the school entrance , where it was crowded with people and cars .. Jack was the first to get out , holding a large black umbrella , standing outside the back door . Alice froze for a moment , then opened the door and stepped out .. The rain was so heavy that it blurred everything around her . But she didnt get a single drop on her . His long hand held the umbrella , revealing a bit of his wrist . The wide umbrella umbrella shielded her shielded her from the rain , leaving her a dry space . Alice asked , Is that the only umbrella ? Of course not , Alice . Heres one for you . 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