Chapter 197

Joshua was the perfect choice Janice had always wanted as Shermaine’s husband. Now, all she could think about was having a great-grandchild. With a smile, she said, “It’s about time you two made it official.”

Janice looked up at Shermaine affectionately and suggested, “Sheary, why don’t you and Joshua go get your marriage license right after you finish your exam?”

‘I remember Joshua had always planned for us to get engaged in December and married in June,’ Shermaine thought. ‘Back then, I didn’t care, since we were just going through the motions as an engaged couple. But now we’re truly together as boyfriend and girlfriend. Since neither of us plans to break up, there’s no reason to change those arrangements.’

“Let’s get registered,” Shermaine said calmly.

Janice turned to Sheary with a gentle smile and asked, “So, Sheary, what about the wedding? When would you like to have it?”

“Let’s do it later,” Shermaine replied casually.

‘Weddings are such a hassle,’ Shermaine mused. ‘Now that we’re already registered, there’s really no rush—we can just have the ceremony whenever the mood strikes.’

Owen smiled kindly and said, “Whenever you’re ready for the wedding, just let Joshua know.”

Shermaine agreed, let go of Joshua’s hand, and reached for some sunflower seeds to shell.

Noticing the sunflower seeds were hard to shell, Joshua gently offered, “Let me do it for you. Why don’t you snack on something else first?”

Shermaine happily enjoyed his attentive care, piling a bunch of sunflower seeds and an empty plate in front of him, then waited expectantly for him to feed her.

So there they were in the private room—Joshua diligently shelling sunflower seeds, while Shermaine sat beside him, contentedly munching away.

Half an hour later, Ross finally arrived with Danielle.

“Mrs. Jean,” Danielle said in her sweet voice.

“Oh my, Danielle, you’re here! Come, have a seat.”

“Thank you, Mrs. Jean,” Danielle said sweetly.

The moment Danielle arrived, Shermaine could tell she was in high spirits.

The usually cool and aloof beauty would speak to her brother in a soft, sweet, almost childlike voice.

Shermaine took a sip of her coffee and teased, “Someone’s in a good mood today, huh?”

Danielle leaned in close, blushing, and whispered in her ear, “Earlier at the hospital, Ross kissed me right in front of everyone.”

Shermaine arched her brow. Given her brother’s usual character, she couldn’t believe he’d actually do something like that. “Spill the details,” she said.

The two girls leaned in close, whispering secrets to each other.

The math exam this afternoon was from 3 to 5 PM.

After lunch, Shermaine went straight to Joshua’s company with him, as it was conveniently located near her exam venue.

The York Group headquarters stood as an imposing 36-story skyscraper.

Joshua’s executive office occupied the penthouse level of the skyscraper.

The car stopped at the corporate headquarters. Shermaine stepped out—her school uniform a stark contrast to the sea of business suits around her.

But when it came to presence, none of them could hold a candle to her.

Even in her school uniform, the Jean heiress carried an undeniable executive presence.

Joshua followed her out, carrying her backpack in one hand and gently taking her by the hand as he led her inside.

The employees chorused in unison, “Good afternoon, Mr. York. Good afternoon, Mrs. York.”

Joshua gave a slight, dignified nod.

Shermaine was momentarily speechless, a faint blush creeping up her cheeks at being called “Mrs. York.”

Shermaine’s sudden appearance sent a wave of excitement through the York Group staff.

The staff couldn’t contain their excitement!

They took the private elevator straight up to the CEO’s office on the 36th floor. Feeling drowsy, Shermaine made a beeline for the rest area to take a nap.

The rest area was sparsely furnished—just a large bed and a sofa.

After slipping on disposable slippers, Shermaine made a beeline for the bed.

Joshua set down her backpack and followed her in. She watched as Shermaine kicked off her shoes and flopped onto the big black bed, then playfully nudged the man sitting at the bedside with her foot and said, “Wake me up at two, okay?”

“Sure,” Joshua replied softly.

He clearly had work waiting, but he just wouldn’t leave.

After lying there for a while, as if she couldn’t take it anymore, Shermaine sat up and pointed out matter-of-factly, “If you want to kiss me, just do it. I’m not stopping you.” Ever since they met, he’d been eyeing her like a predator stalking its prey. Did he really think she wouldn’t notice?

Hearing this, Joshua chuckled and gently pulled Shermaine, still in her blue-and-white school uniform, onto his lap. His lips met hers as they melted into a lingering, tender kiss…