Chapter 149 – Jared Caught Stealing Birth Control Pills (kat)
With determination, Julia poured a glass of water and retrieved her medicine box from her bag. Just as she was about to open it, a familiar male voice caught her off guard from behind. Julia’s heart raced as she stared at the medicine box clenched in her hand. The situation had. taken an unexpected turn, and she found herself trapped in a whirlwind of panic and deception. Julia’s eyes widened in disbelief as she stared at the audacious man before her. She couldn’t help but marvel at how shameless some men had become lately, their boldness in approaching her seemingly growing by the day. She recalled the incident a couple of days ago when he had eaten with abandon, and the memory made her flush.
Men had grown bolder lately, and Jared was no exception. His audacious behavior had become a challenge for Julia to navigate. Just the other day, he had acted like nothing had happened after their passionate night together.
Thankfully, he had no recollection of the events, thanks to his fever–induced unconsciousness. Julia shuddered to think of the embarrassment if he ever found out. It was a near escape; she shuddered to think how awkward things could have been if he had remembered. She had been working tirelessly to ensure her secret remained hidden.
In the afternoon, her day’s agenda was a trip to Monroe City with Jared. Time had flown, and Julia realized it had been nearly 72 hours. The window for emergency contraception was closing fast Busy with Jared’s care, she had put off taking the pill, fearing the consequences it would bring – early, excruciating period. His health was fragile due to a fever, and she couldn’t afford anything. to derail his recovery.
These past two days had been consumed by caring for Jared, leaving Julia with little time for personal matters. Taking the emergency contraceptive pill would undoubtedly trigger the early onset of her period, accompanied by excruciating pain. Worried about how her condition could impact her ongoing research, Julia had chosen to delay taking the pill.
Julia filled a glass of water, reached into her bag for the medicine box, and was about to take action when a voice shattered the silence behind her.
“Are
you feeling unwell?”
Startled, Julia jumped as if jolted by an electric shock. Clutching the medicine box, she turned abruptly, her eyes wide with surprise and guilt.
“No,” she croaked back. “I mean, I’m fine.”
Panic etched across her face did not escape Jared’s perceptive gaze. His narrowed pupils fixed on a point behind Julia, his head slightly tilted, assessing the situation. Julia instinctively took a step back, a tangle of thoughts racing through her mind. Something was amiss.
Jared advanced, voice steady, “What are you hiding from me?”
Julia stammered, her lower lip caught between her teeth, “It’s nothing, really. Just… something insignificant.”
In a swift motion, she discarded the contraceptive pill into the trash can, concealing it with the plastic liner. Grabbing the trash bag, she declared, “I need to take out the garbage.”
Shiloh’s return from his walk offered a curious audience to the unfolding drama Suspicion sparked in his eyes, settling on the trash bag. Was Julia planning something covert?
Aunt Selina, could you do me a favor and take out the trash?” Jared’s voice rang out from the kitchen.
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Upon receiving the request, Aunt Selina promptly emerged from the kitchen and approached Julia. Extending her hand, she asked, “Madam, shall I dispose of it for you?”
Julia handed the garbage bag over to Aunt Selina, explaining, “I’m planning to go for a walk, so I thought I’d take care of the trash on my way out.”
Aunt Selina glanced at Jared, a silent acknowledgment passing between them. While not exactly at family elder, Aunt Selina had been with Jared for many years and could read his expressions and wishes well.
Halting Julia with a gentle gesture, Aunt Selina spoke, “Madam, handling the trash is my
responsibility. Your care and affection touch my heart, but this task still holds importance to me. Please allow me to continue looking after it. It’s one of the few ways I can contribute to this household.”
Aunt Selina’s words carried a subtle message – she understood Julia’s concern about the contents: of the bag. And in an attempt to ease Julia’s concerns, she assured her that rummaging through garbage bags was out of the question. The subtle message from Aunt Selina gave Julia a sense of reassurance; she understood this was an instruction from Jared, and Aunt Selina was obliged to follow. The weekdays saw Aunt Selina’s kindness towards Julia, making her unwilling to let Jared down.
“Alright then, I’ll take care of it and dispose of it,” Julia finally gave in.
“Of course, Madam. You can trust me, I’ll toss it away on my way out,” Aunt Selina responded, a warm smile directed at Julia to put her at ease. With that, she turned and gracefully exited the scene, trash bag in hand.
As Aunt Selina departed with the bag, Julia breathed a sigh of relief. Her intentions remained concealed. Shiloh, however, pursued his curiosity. His eyes held a glint of mischief as he trailed. Aunt Selina, eager to unveil Julia’s secret.
Jared’s eyes remained fixed on the retreating Aunt Selina. His gaze lingered for a moment before refocusing on Julia. Despite her attempts to mask her emotions, he sensed her unease. Puzzlement grew within him; what had she thrown away?
eyes.
Although Julia tried to mask it, he couldn’t help but notice a faint glimmer of panic in her Normally, she was a master at telling lies without even a flinch, making it nearly impossible for him to see through her. But now, her emotions were laid bare, leaving him baffled. What could she have thrown away that had her so rattled?
Just moments ago, as he descended the stairs, he had glimpsed her clutching something in her hand. It appeared to be medicine, although he couldn’t discern the exact type. If it was medicine, why didn’t she show it to him? Could she be struggling with a hidden illness she was too embarrassed to mention? The thought sent a jolt of concern through him.
The notion of a concealed ailment startled him, and his gaze intensified as it swept over Julia, scanning every inch of her from head to toe and then back again, a thorough examination fueled by sudden worry.
Just as Julia turned her head, their eyes met, causing her heart to skip a beat under the weight of her guilty conscience. Why was he staring at her like that? Did he suspect something? “Why are you looking at me that way?” Julia’s question came out in a rush, preemptively trying to break the tense silence that hung between them.
Jared’s curiosity got the better of him, “What was in the medicine?”
Julia bit her lip, hand nervously ruffling her hair, “Well, it’s… medicine for women’s issues.”
She was speaking the truth this time.
As her words settled, his gaze seemed to zero in on her lower abdomen, a place a man shouldn’t casually look. Under his intense scrutiny, Julia felt a flush of heat creep over her lower belly, as if his eyes were lasers fixated on that very spot.
“Is it something serious?” Jared’s brows knitted together, and he took a step closer, his hand hovering as if to touch.
Instinctively, Julia recoiled, stepping back. “No, it’s not a big deal. Just some medicine for mild pelvic issues. It’ll be alright once I take it.”
the
Jared wasn’t well–versed in medical matters, and being a man, he couldn’t truly grasp. intricacies of pelvic inflammatory disease. But he did understand that a woman’s lower abdomen. was a sensitive area that demanded care. He felt a duty to protect that part, as it would be the source of their future happiness.
“Why did you throw the medicine away then? There’s no shame in taking care of your health,” he queried, his voice gently curious.
Julia’s mind raced, concocting a plausible explanation, “Well, would you openly show me where you’re unwell if you had a similar condition?”
Her words hit home, resonating with his empathy. He understood her sentiments, realizing he wouldn’t readily disclose vulnerabilities either.
Recognizing his concern, a small smile tugged at the corners of Julia’s lips. The realization struck her: he cared for her deeply, to the point where even her well–being on this personal level was his priority.
In a tender gesture, Jared expressed his concern, his gaze still fixed on her abdomen. Julia’s heart raced, heat rising to her cheeks.
“Is it truly not serious?” he inquired with genuine worry.
Her heart fluttered, “Absolutely, it’s not a big deal.”
He nodded, his brows furrowing as he attempted to glean more information from his online search.
Meanwhile beyond the villa, Shiloh hurriedly caught up with Aunt Selina. “Aunt Selina, can I have the trash bag?”
Aunt Selina appeared somewhat hesitant, her embarrassment evident. “Oh, dear, isn’t this a bit… inappropriate?”
Julia handed over the bag, and Aunt Selina discreetly assured her that she wouldn’t pry into its contents or let anyone else see.
Shiloh raised an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued. “What’s the big secret? If I don’t ask you, who will I ask?”
He extended his hand, prompting Aunt Selina’s uncertainty to deepen. She hesitated before him. “Enough of this back–and–forth. Hand it over, and I promise no one will ever know. I won’t put you in a tough spot,” Shiloh pressed on with a determined tone.
Resigned, Aunt Selina finally relented and gave him the trash bag. “Fine, fine, you’re quite the charmer.”
“Off you go, get to cooking now,” Shiloh instructed Aunt Selina as he sent her on her way. Once she was out of sight, he hastened to examine the contents of the bag.
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Aha! Triumphantly, he declared, “Got it! This is exactly what I was looking for!”
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Chapter 150: Let Her Take The Blame For Julia (Kat)
