Chapter 613

Thaddeus took a deep breath, feeling a bit unsettled. He was not a man of many words, nor did he like to explain himself, but he didn't want to create misunderstandings between them that couldn't be resolved.

He had never looked down on Jessamine. On the contrary, he thought she was too beautiful. Even in gatherings filled with celebrities and socialites, she stood out. He just wanted to keep her hidden away.

In the past, he hadn't understood his own feelings. Looking back now, he realized that it was his possessiveness toward her. If any man glanced at her, he would feel uneasy. That was probably what love felt like.

"Jessie, I didn't look down on you. Don't you think your makeup at that time was too heavy and glamorous? And your dress had a slit up to your thigh. Was that appropriate for others to see?"

This time, Jessamine laughed in exasperation. "Mr. Holt, it's the modern era. Can't I show my legs? Look around. How many women are completely covered by their dresses? According