Jealous Ex

"You were planning to surprise me with this, weren't you? I guess I've ruined the surprise." Adrian pouted, retracting his hand in the air.

Hayley's gaze weakened her mind in a state of turmoil. That was Leonardo's wristwatch. Oh no! No, no... How did this happen?

But instead of correcting him with the truth, she nervously chuckled. "Yeah, you have, indeed..." Hayley trailed off uneasily.

"But it looks quite expensive though. How were you able to afford it?" Adrian asked, closely examining the watch. "Don't get me wrong. This is just unlike you." He stated, excusing his rude question.

Hayley chuckled nervously again. "I, I've been saving up for it. And it didn't cost much to buy..."

Adrian's gaze snapped to hers.

He smiled faintly at her, handing her the wristwatch afterward.

Hayley glanced at the wristwatch in confusion then back at him.

Adrian continued earnestly. "I really appreciate you doing this for me, baby. But I can't take it. It's too expensive, Nina. I'd suggest you re