Bride To Be Not Me (Janice and Simon)

The idea of crocheting portraits struck Janice out of nowhere. They could be used for wedding photos, memorial portraits, or personal collections. Each one would be handcrafted, unique, and impossible to replicate. The wealthy would

undoubtedly love such an exclusive craft.

If successful, this could become a signature under Prosper Stitch Group.

"I'm heading out now."

Edwards stood up. "I'll walk you out."

"You've had wine. Stay home and rest. I'll spend some time refining this design, and if anything comes up, I'll call you."

After saying those words, Janice stepped outside.

"Janice."

She turned around.

Edward stood in the doorway, the cold wind cutting through the darkness around him.

His broad shoulders were further highlighted by his high-collared sweater. He remained motionless with his gaze fixed on her.

"You promised me. Don't look back."

Janice's chest tightened slightly.

As the snow drifted from the sky, she smiled and nodded. "A promise is a promise. I won't go back on my word."noveldrama

That night, Janice returned home amidst the falling snow.

Jacob was there, but Shirley had already left. She had gone back home for New Year's.

"She didn't tell me she was leaving..." Janice was surprised.

"She said that you were busy with work. She told me to remind you to call her anytime if you need anything."

Janice thought back on how long her cousin had been in town and yet they hadn't had a proper shopping day together. She promptly transferred some money over

to Shirley and added a message. "Visit when you have time."

"Janice, I've fully recovered. After New Year's, I need to head back to my

university early to start my internship."

"You're already starting your internship?" Janice murmured.

Time flew by fast.

Jacob chuckled. "Janice, I'm 23."

"Hmm, you've grown up." She studied her younger brother. "Have you bought all

the New Year's goods? I'll cook for you this year."

"Are we visiting Mom and Dad?"

"Yes. We'll visit them tomorrow. I'll prepare some food and bring it to them." "Sounds good."

...

At exactly 11:30 am the next day, Janice and Jacob arrived at the cemetery, only to find it empty.

She immediately dialed the cemetery manager. "What happened to the graves at Serene Cemetery?"

The once-familiar landscape was now a small grove of young trees, their fragile branches trembling under the weight of falling snow.

"The cemetery was relocated this year. We contacted the family members. You didn't know?"

Janice suddenly recalled the time Simon had used her parents' graves as leverage to threaten her. She had dismissed it back then, assuming it was just another one of his manipulations. en

But now...

Janice hung up immediately and called Simon.

Simon was lounging at the dining table, enjoying a lavish meal. When he saw Janice's name pop up on his phone screen, an arrogant smirk curled on his lips. He answered leisurely, convinced she was calling to beg him.

"Hello?"

"Why didn't you tell me my parent's graves were relocated?"

"When we bought that cemetery plot, my bank account was used for the payment, so they have my. contact details. I was busy and forgot to mention it to you. You went to visit your parents?"

Janice gritted her teeth so tightly that she nearly tasted blood. In her mind, she

had cursed him a thousand times over!

But she swallowed her fury and said with a smile, "Yes. I came to pay my respects before New Year's."

"Tell you what. Transfer the money to me first. Once I've sorted out my company's affairs, I'll personally drive you to your parents. How about that?"

Simon spoke as if she should have been grateful for his company.

How could he live off her and still feel entitled?