They Want Me Back When It's Too Late (Jessica and Brian) novel Chapter 212

Chapter 212

Before Jacob knew it, finals were just around the corner.

Today was the day the entrance exam revilis came out. Jacob had been on edge since many morning

“What are you so worried about? You’ve been acing all your tests lately–no way you’ll mess up Emmille ald

this time! And even if you do, your dad’s got your back,”

Emilio just couldn’t understand why Jacob was so ner

nervous.

Jacob slumped over his desk and snapped, “What do you know if I had to get into a good school through my dad’s connections, what would Mom think

Jessica had always hoped he would study hard, but he’d been so immature before, constantly letting her down. Now that he finally had a chance to prove himsell, he couldn’t bear to disappoint her again,

“Yeah, my mom has always hoped I could get into Experimental Primary School too,” Emilio said, thinking of his own mother

He began to understand Jacob a little better.

“Right? So I have to succeed this time. No way I can fail Jacob declared, punching the air.

“Yeah!” Emilia nodded hard, then quickly pulled Jacob’s arm down.

“Stop that. Teacher’s coming!”

At the mention of the teacher, Jacob instantly snapped upright.

Soon, the teacher entered the classroom with the report cards and began announcing the results, praising each student one by one.

didn’t hear

Jacob didn’t hear his name among the top three, and his bright eyes almost lost their sparkle,

But the very next second, he heard his name called.

“I’m fourth!” Jacob exclaimed, staring at his friend in disbelief. Emilip shouted, “Tm fifth! We both made it! Awesome!”

Then, he pulled Jacob into a tight hug.

At that moment, the two boys were truly overjoyed with their results.

As soon as school ended at noon, Jacob rushed home, waving his report card, eager to share the good news with his dad.

“Dad, I ranked fourth in the entrance exam! The teacher said with my score, I’m a shoo–in for Experimental Primary School!”

“Jake, you’re amazing,” Brian beamed.

A smile spread across Brian’s face.

“What gih do you want? I will buy it for you.”

He never hesitated to reward his son.

“I want to see Mom!” Jacob blurted out.

Brian smiled. This was practly what he’d hoped for.

“Great! Let’s take your report card to Grandpa’s and tell your mom the good news.”

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Half an hour later, Jessica watched Brian and Jacob walk in, proudly holding the report card.

She thought to herself, ‘Notification? Please, they’re clearly just here to show off.

Yet Stella completely fell for it, hugging Jacob and showering him with praise for his great results.

“Grandma, you’re being way too over the top! I’m not nearly as good as you say… Jacob protested..

He was so embarrassed by all the compliments.

“You really are amazing! You got into Experimental Primary School on your own merit–absolutely brilliant!”

Stella beamed, then turned to Jessica “Jessi, don’t you agree?

Jessica lowered her eyes, meeting Jacob’s hopeful gare. And in the end, she couldn’t bring herself to dampen his excitement.

“Not bad,” she said quietly..

At her words, Jacob’s eyes instantly lit up. Without hesitation, he turned to Jessica.

“Mom, you also think I did well? Next time, I’ll work even harder. I’ll make you proud!”

Jessica averted her gaze and said indifferently. “That won’t be necessary!

Jacob kept insisting.

“i will, i willi Mo

Mom, trust me, I promise I’ll never embarrass you again!” he pleaded.

As he spoke, he moved to hug Jessica.

But Jessica instinctively stepped back

Jacob’s outstretched hand froze in midair, until Brian gently took hold of it.

“She has a baby in her tummy now, so you can’t just jump on her, alright?” Brian said softly.

Jacob lowered his head, sniffled, and forced himself to sound brave. “Yeah, I know, Dad. You don’t have to remind me…

But the disappointment in his eyes was obvious to everyone.

Stella’s heart ached for the boy.

As if nothing had happened, Jacob quickly looked up at Jessica and asked cautiously, “Mom, since I did so weh this time, could I ask for a reward?”

just turned down his hug, Jessica noticed the redness in his eyes. She hesitated for a moment but didn’t refuse him right away.

– Having just

“What do you want?” she asked.

Jacob instantly brightened. Without thinking, he blufted out, “I want you and Dad to take me to school together on the first day. Is that

His eyes shone with boundless hope as he gazed at her.

Brian tightened his grip on Jacob’s hand and, before Jessica could respond, quickly added, “Jessi, it’s Jake’s first day off primary school. All the other kids will have both parents with them. If you’re not there, he…”

“So what? Are you saying he can’t go to school if I’m not there?” Jessica shot back

“That’s not what I meant. I just don’t want him to have any regrets. After all, this only happens once..” Brian hurried to explain

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“Regrets are already there. What difference does one more make? I have company busin that day. You take him,” Jessica sad, then turned and headed

upstairs.

“Moni…

Jacob instinctively started after her, but after just two steps, he stopped himself, his heart heavy.

“Don’t cry, Jake. If your mom can’t take you, I willl And Grandpa too. When the time comes, ‘ll all go with your dad to take you to school”

Stella’s heart ached at the sight. She instinctively squatted down and pulled him into a hug

Even the usually stern Dereck couldn’t help but soften. He echoed his wife, “Yeah”

Brian gently stroked his son’s head, offering silent comfort.

While the adults were still treading carefully, Jacob was the first to pull himself together. He quickly wiped his eyes and put on a brave site

“Really, you don’t have to worry about me. I’m fine… Mom just said she’s busy with work, so she can’t take me to school. I know if she had time, she would never say no.”

He nodded emphatically, trying his best to look cheerful.

Stella hesitated, wanting to say something but held her tongue.

Jessica clearly just made up an excuse, but since Jacob was bravely consoling himself, there was no need to expose it and make him sad.

She said gently, “You’re right, Jake. Your mom just took over the company and is truly busy. What’s more, she’s expecting a baby and gets tired more easily. You’re such a good boy for being so understanding toward your mom.”

Jacob nodded obediently with a bright smile. “Of course! I promised Mom I’d always be a good boy from now on, so I have to keep my word!”

After that, Jacob spent a little more time with his grandparents before taking his leave.

Stella watched as Jacob, having endured such a bitter disappointment without making a fuss, obediently took Brian’s hand and left. She couldn’t help but marvel at how remarkably strong–willed this child was.

But moment he got in the car, Jacob finally broke down and burst into uncontrollable sobs.