Chapter 976 – Beginning with a Daring Encounter

“My father. What about him? And how did I end up in an orphanage?” Crystal asked, and Sara’s face fell.

“He died a long time ago. He was so heartbroken when we lost you,” Sara said sadly, and Crystal frowned.

“How did you lose me?” Crystal asked curiously.

“Your nanny stole you from us and we never saw you again. I thought you were dead this whole time,” Sara said, and the ridge between Crystal’s brows deepened.

“So how did you know I’m alive?” She asked, wondering how Sara came up with such unreasonable lies.

“I received a letter some time ago telling me about it. The letter said your dad had an affair with the nanny and dumped her. So, out of spite she took our little girl and sold her off. The letter told me where to look,” Sara lied without blinking.

“But it wasn’t stated anywhere on the internet that you’ve ever been married or had a child,” Crystal said and Sara nodded.

“That’s because I’ve never opened up about this part of my life. It really hurt me and I buried it all deep within me until that letter came and I realized it was time to find my you,” Sara said and Crystal smiled.

“I’m glad the letter came. And I’m glad you came to find me. Thanks for not giving up on me despite my shitty attitude,” Crystal said, and Sara waved it off dismissively.

“Let’s forget about the past and focus on the future. Our future together,” Sara said as she raised her glass in a toast and Crystal clinked it with hers.

A couple of feet away from them, Jade looked at Harry with concern, “We can leave if you feel uncomfortable being in the same space with her,” Jade assured him.

“If anyone should be uncomfortable here, she should be the one. I have no reason to feel uncomfortable. Besides, our dinner will be served soon,” Harry said just as the waiter brought their meal.

Jade glanced behind her at Sara and Crystal, “I guess things are going well between the both of them,” Jade said, after the waiter had left and they both picked up their cutleries to eat.

“Too well if you ask me. Let’s hope the girl doesn’t get greedy and mess things up,” Harry said thoughtfully as he ate.

He had received a message from Barry earlier letting him know that Sara transfered a huge sum of money to Crystal’s account. He wondered what the money was meant for and why Crystal was yet to mention it to him.

“Why did you say that? Did she do something to make you suspicious?” Jade asked with interest and Harry explained the details of his conversation with Barry to her.

“I guess it’s a good thing she doesn’t know that her phone is being monitored then. Let’s wait and see if she informs you about it. If she tries to play smart by revealing everything to Sara for money we can just cut her off,” Jade said after some time.

“I don’t think she is going to expose us,” Harry said confidently. I think you should take a look at

“Why not?”

“She is smart enough to know that she stands to gain more by pretending to be the daughter. I think what she plans to do is take as much money from Sara as she can. I don’t mind her doing that. I will just prefer that she keeps me informed on all that she is up to. That is the only way I can trust her,” Harry said thoughtfully.

“Alright. Let’s focus on us now. I didn’t come out to talk about that,” Jade said and Harry nodded.

“I wanted to discuss something important with you,” he said, and she sat up when she noticed he was suddenly looking very serious.

“Go on,” She urged him when he said nothing for some time.

“Let’s talk about something you did at the club on Saturday,” Harry said and she frowned.

“I already apologized for making the video. And I did promise to be more careful next time. Why are you bringing that up again?” Jade asked with displeasure.

“We didn’t talk about you sharing so many details of our relationship with everyone else. How would you like me to talk to Benne about what happened between us in my bedroom?” Harry asked and she winced.

“I didn’t exactly give them all the details of what happened…”

“So, you did tell them part of what happened then? I didn’t want to believe you did. But the more I thought about what Celsie said about you thinking I was a monk, the more inclined I was to believe that you discussed that,” Harry said, and Jade looked away from him guiltily avoiding his gaze.

“Jade,” he called softly so that she would look at him.

“It is normal for girls to talk about these things. Besides, I wasn’t the only one who talked about stuff like that. Candace and Aurora did too,” Jade said with a frown as she looked at him.

“I don’t know about their men, but I don’t like being the subject of such discussions. I feel somethings are meant to stay between us. I don’t like the idea of Candace or Celsie or Sonia or even Aurora knowing such intimate details about me. That knowledge is reserved for you alone,” Harry said and Jade sighed.

“Alright. Fine. Whatever happens in your bedroom stays in your bedroom going forward,” Jade promised.

“Do you think I’m being too rigid?” Harry asked and Jade shook her head.

“No, you’re not. Even though I hate to admit it, I know you are right. I don’t think I’d feel comfortable knowing you discuss stuff like that with Benne and the other guys,” Jade said and Harry nodded.

“I would never do that to you,” Harry assured her as he took her hand and raised it to his lips.

“Being my girlfriend must be tedious, right?” He asked, and Jade smiled involuntarily.

“It is. But I can’t complain because you’ve never demanded for anything unreasonable,” Jade said and Harry kissed her palm.

“If or when I do, do not hesitate to decline. And you should also let me know whatever makes you uncomfortable,” Harry said and Jade nodded.

After dinner, they rose to leave, and Sara’s feelings was hurt when Harry walked past her table without acknowledging her.

Without thinking she called out to him.

“Harry?” Sara called with a forced smile, and both Harry and Jade turned to look at her.

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