Seduced by My Childhood Sweetheart’s Brother novel Chapter 654

Never had I met someone who wanted to expedite her own demise.

Standing behind Colin, I could see Jasmine's every gesture clearly. Her eyes sparkled with hope when she mentioned the gift. They were transfixed on Colin. Love threatened to overflow from her orbs. She truly believed that the man she had saved would prepare a gift she'd love a lot.

I was sure that she had feelings for Colin. Unfortunately, love couldn't be shared. Colin loved me, and he had no more love left for her. No matter how much she loved him, I'd never let her take him away from me.

Something swelled within my chest. It was the fearlessness to protect my love and the man of my dreams. I was like the beast who had to protect its territory, even if it meant I'd bleed.

"Of course, we brought a present with us. It's your birthday, Jasmine. As your former schoolmates, we couldn't come empty-handed." I appeared from behind Colin and smiled politely. Ignoring the disbelief on Jasmine's face, I gave her the beautifully wrapped present.

She was shocked. Jealousy and rage surged into her eyes. The frozen smile on her face turned into a grimace. Frowning, she did not accept my gift. The disgust in her eyes was palpable.

"Oh, isn't this our junior who majored in art? I see she has grown into a fine woman after all these years," said a man who was walking toward us, oblivious to the tension that was unfolding between Jasmine and me.

"What's inside the present box, Jasmine? I know birthdays and other important dates are very important to you girls. The gift is so beautifully wrapped, so it must be something nice. Go on, Jasmine. Open it and show us."

A green box appeared once Jasmine unwrapped the present. As she opened it, a delicate luggage tag emblazoned with the words "Pick Me!" came into the public's view.

The crowd exclaimed. "Woah, what a beautiful pick-me luggage tag. I heard it's expensive. You're so generous, Luna."

I wanted to cover my eyes. They should just call it a luggage tag. There was no need to point out what was obvious.

As everyone discussed and complimented the craftsmanship of the luggage tag, no one seemed to notice the significance of the words "pick me."