Chapter 282

Zachary looked confused, as though he were asking her if something was wrong. Jessica smiled and didn't brood over it. Perhaps it had been some time since Zachary had had some fun, so he invited a few more people along to relax. Jessica had a long chat with Belinda, who was a great conversationalist. They were so engrossed in their conversation that Jessica didn't notice the people and horses behind them had already left. The sun had set, and Jessica didn't want to walk anymore. Her feet were hurting from all the walking, but Belinda insisted on taking a walk because she hadn't had a chance to be so active recently. Jessica didn't want to dampen her spirits, so she accompanied her on a stroll back. Gradually, night fell. Jessica sniffed the air, crinkling her nose. "That's a sweet tulip scent. Do you smell it?" This was a smell she was far too familiar with, and she absolutely loved it. However, she knew that Joshua wouldn't have planted tulips in his ranch, and the fragrance w