Return, My Love: Wooing the Neglected Ex-Wife

Chapter 615:

As Fannie entered the dining room, her parents greeted her with unusual brightness in their eyes, her mother clutching her hand with palpable excitement.

“It’s really good news!” she exclaimed.

The table was heaped with more dishes than a typical family dinner, hinting at the significance of the evening.

Seated with both families arrayed around the table, Fannie found herself directly across from Jett.

The setup felt conspicuously like a matchmaking event.

Their conversation soon confirmed her suspicions.

Jett’s mother, Ivy Lee, broke the ice.noveldrama

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“Jett isn’t getting any younger.”

Fannie’s mother, Kaya Cooper, chimed in with equal concern, “And neither is Fannie. The only thing unresolved in our family is her marriage. Her father dreams of welcoming a son-in-law almost every night!”

Jett’s father, Willie Lee, acted surprised.

“Really? We’ve all been friends for so long, and I’ve noticed Jett treats Fannie better than his own sister!”

Bartley Cooper, Fannie’s father, looked at Jett with approval.

“Jett is a fine young man. I often wonder who will be fortunate enough to become his wife.”

Their gazes turned towards Fannie and Jett, clearly inviting their input on the matter.

Dulce, catching on to the evening’s agenda, blurted out, “Oh! You’re trying to pair my brother with Fannie!”

Under the weight of everyone’s expectations, Fannie’s cheeks flushed a deeper shade of red, and she averted her gaze.

Amidst the awkward silence, Jett stood up, addressing Fannie’s parents confidently.

“Mr. and Mrs. Cooper, I have deep feelings for Fifi. I’ve cared about her for a long time.”

Dulce’s jaw dropped in surprise, not so much at Jett’s declaration, but because Fannie harbored feelings for someone else—a notorious playboy.

“Jett, are you serious about this?” Dulce asked with a hint of disbelief.

Jett looked deeply into Fannie’s eyes, his resolve clear.

“I’ve never been more certain about a decision in my life. Let’s get engaged, Fifi.”

Fannie, caught off guard, responded with rising apprehension, “Jett, are you using our families to pressure me?”

She had sensed something was off when her parents seemed overly enthusiastic, but she hadn’t expected Jett to make such a bold move.

Jett pressed on, “Fifi, do you really feel nothing for me? We’ve been close for years. Next to Dulce and your own family, I’m the one who knows you best.”

“But Jett, friendship isn’t the same as love.”

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