Chapter 3. The Devil With Angelic Face
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Henry put his arm around my shoulder affectionately. I could smell the perfume he was wearing, it was so fragrant and classy, befitting his authoritative and charismatic personality. It made me want to kiss his neck.
Jacob's initially stoic expression changed immediately after Henry told me I was his future sister-in-law. His face became very sinister and intimidating.
"What do you mean? Are you kidding?"
"I'm not kidding, Jake! I have plans to marry Amy in the future," Henry said with an awkward laugh. It seemed he had already anticipated Jacob's reaction.
Jacob glanced at me with a look that almost made me pee. This man clearly didn't like me, and even though he didn't say it, it was very obvious.
"What exactly attracted you to her?" This painful question finally escaped his soft, pink lips. He was a man with an angelic face, but with a completely different personality.
Meanwhile, his godlike, perfect cousin didn't answer his question directly, but instead chuckled silently. Meanwhile, I stood there, the seemingly ordinary "outsider" in the eyes of the angelic man, silent, like a clown whose jokes aren't amusing.
"Jake, I can't give you a satisfactory explanation for why I'm attracted to her. It's a personal matter. Amy is a caring and attractive woman, and I'm sure you can see her charm too, right?"
"I see nothing but stupid and useless."
Hearing his words, I was so shocked and upset, it almost made me curse. Stupid and useless? Does he seriously think of me that way? Is there nothing good in me he can see?
"What do you see?" He asked me, staring at him in shock. I couldn't believe the words coming from his seemingly soft and sweet lips could be as spicy as a habanero.
"I'm not that stupid!" I said defensively. Of course, who wants to be considered stupid, especially by someone like him?
"You're stupid, and you know it!"
"Hey, listen! Don't think you're great just because you're my superior. You're nothing compared to Henry!"
"Wow, you're daring to fight me now, huh? You think you have power because you're with my brother?"
The two of us continued to sling insults as if it would never end, while Henry just chuckled and shook his head as if he were watching two children argue.
"Hey, you two, stop it! I didn't invite you two to watch you argue. I just want you to get along because maybe one day you'll be brothers-in-law!"
"I don't want her to be my sister-in-law, Henry! You should find someone more worthy!" Jacob said. Once again, he attacked me mentally, leaving me almost speechless.
"I deserve it too!"
"That i***t who only daydreams while working, I'm sure she can't even take care of herself. She won't be your wife, Henry!"
This time, I was completely speechless, my mouth hanging open. I couldn't believe it. Since I'd worked at Henry's company and served under Jacob, I knew he was known for being cold, arrogant, and selfish. But I couldn't believe he could actually be this cruel, not even seeing me as an equal with him and Henry.
Seeing me on the verge of tears, Henry immediately grabbed my hand and pulled me into his embrace. It felt so warm and comfortable. I really liked this man, yes, I really liked him. Not because he was a director, nor because he was handsome and rich. But because he knew how to treat a woman. He was a truly kind man.
"Jake, I think you've gone too far. I know you care deeply about me. But I don't want you to dictate my choices."
"You often make mistakes in your decisions, Henry. You're too emotional!"
"That's because I'm human, Jake. Humans sometimes need to use their emotions when it comes to relationships. You're too hard on yourself. I just want you to relax once in a while. You're not a robot, Jake. So learn to appreciate yourself more as a human being."
"I'm satisfied with the way I am now, I don't—"
"No! That's not enough! I think it's time for you to learn to live like a normal human being. Flirting, making love, having fun. I know you've been so far away from all that in your life. Studying, studying, studying, that's all you ever did as a child, and now you live like a work robot, devoid of feelings and compassion. Now it's time for you to live your real life."
Jacob froze at Henry's statement. His cold face grew even colder. Honestly, Jacob is a very handsome man. I really like his facial features, his eyes like sweet, yet cold mint candy, and his soft, pink lips that smell like sweet perfume. A man with the face of an angel, but with the soul of a devil.
Jacob grabbed his jacket and was about to leave. I thought he was giving up on the argument, as the two-on-one situation was clearly unequal. However, before he could leave, Henry stopped him by grabbing his hand.
"We're not done yet, Jake! I want you to stay until the party ends."
"I'm not interested in joining your party tonight. You can have fun alone with your beloved girlfriend!"
"Haha...you're acting like a jealous lover, Jake!"
"A jealous lover? Why would I be jealous of her? I still have important things to do!" The more he denied it, the more jealous he seemed.
I really don't know what to do now. It's so obvious he doesn't like me. Is this what it feels like to be disliked by your future husband's family?
Jacob walked towards the door. Seeing him about to leave, Henry immediately stood a few steps behind him. Henry's expression began to change, as if he were overcome with anger, making me feel like there was something lurking inside him.
"You know you can't just leave, right Jake? Me wanting you here means you have to stay, whether you like it or not!" Like an ultimatum, Jacob stopped walking, as if Henry's words were a pause button he couldn't refuse.
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