SWNOVELS Chapter 645
Monica was taken aback. Was Jason actually confessing his love to her? She remembered asking him before if he liked her, and he had flat-out denied it, saying she was reading too much into things. Glancing at the ring in Jason's hand and then back at him, she let out a
nervous laugh. "It's not April Fool's Day, Jason. Are you messing with me?"
"I'm serious," Jason replied, his expression sincere. "Come on, Monica, give it a try. A guy in his thirties won't let you down in that department. If you're skeptical, you're welcome to... take a test drive."
Monica couldn't help but burst into laughter, staring at Jason in shock. Was this really the same Jason she knew? The nerve to suggest a 'test drive'! Feeling a wave of embarrassment, Jason continued, "Monica, would you be my girlfriend? After spending time together, I really think you're the one."
Jason's cheeks flushed as he stumbled through his first confession, struggling with the right words. Yet, he believed he'd made his feelings clear enough for Monica to understand. Having lived over thirty years, he'd never met anyone as intriguing and captivating as Monica. Perhaps their first encounter at Cloud Mountain was fate.
Caught off guard, Monica was momentarily speechless, her heart racing. She had never imagined Jason would confess his feelings to her. She had always assumed Jason was with Alisa.
"Um, I..." Monica stammered, nervously getting to her feet. "Just a moment, I need to use the restroom."
Making her escape, Monica hurried to the restroom, splashing water on her face to calm down. Staring at her flushed reflection, she gave herself a pep talk. "Come on, Monica. Why are you blushing? It's not your first time being confessed to. You're charming and beautiful it's no wonder you're irresistible."
With her confidence boosted, Monica took a deep breath and returned to their table, where steak and wine awaited. "Care for a drink?" Jason offered, uncorking the wine.
A drink? Monica hesitated. If Jason hadn't just confessed, she'd have no problem downing a bottle. But now, accepting a drink seemed loaded with meaning. Was Jason trying to take advantage of her in a moment of vulnerability?
Torn, Monica was lost in thought until Jason's voice broke through. "This little bit of wine won't knock you out. I'm a cop; I wouldn't break the law or take advantage of you. Go ahead, drink up."
Feeling foolish for doubting him, Monica threw caution to the wind. "Fill it up. Let's drink. You got promoted today; we have to celebrate." She downed the wine like it was beer.
Jason watched, amused by Monica's nervous yet charming demeanor-he'd never seen this side of her before. After a few more glasses, Monica's cheeks were rosy, and she began to open up. "Jason, how did you suddenly fall for me?"
"It wasn't sudden," Jason said, meeting her gaze. "I hinted before. I told you to broaden your criteria, not to be too strict about age. Guys in their thirties aren't all bad-you have to give them a chance."
Monica recalled their earlier conversations. Even when Anastasia was around, Jason had hinted at giving guys in their thirties a chance. Could it be Jason had feelings for her even back then?
As she was about to respond, her eyes drifted past Jason to the restaurant entrance, where Herman walked in with a woman, their closeness unmistakable as they headed upstairs. "Oh my God, is Herman cheating on Ana?" Monica gasped, shocked by the revelation.