The Wife They Tried to Replace Is Now Untouchable novel Chapter 507

The restaurant’s ambiance and flavors suited Jessica and Brian perfectly. After dinner, they both agreed it was worth revisiting.

As they strolled to aid digestion, Jessica voiced her curiosity. “How did you find this place? You’ve gotten too familiar with the neighborhood lately.”

“Netizens‘ recommendations,” Brian admitted. He had grown to appreciate the netizens‘ hive minds. Aside from the occasional trolls, many of them offered helpful suggestions.

Jessica frowned, “You’re still asking netizens for advice? Are they still harassing you?” She had glimpsed the vitriol in his comment sections before and knew how brutal cyberbullying could be.

The first time she had scrolled through these harsh comments, she had planned to tell Brian to quit social media altogether. Her relationship with him wasn’t any of their business, yet they kept abusing him.

“Some do, but it’s tapered off.” Surprisingly, the insults barely fazed Brian now.

“Maybe lay low online for a while,” Jessica suggested.

Brian misread her concern. “You don’t like me posting?”

Jessica sighed at his cautious tone, “That’s not it. Aren’t you furious after reading those comments?”

Brian’s lips curved. “Jessi, are you worried about me?”

“Don’t flatter yourself.” Jessica quickened her pace, veering onto an unfamiliar side street without noticing.

When she disappeared around the corner, Brian hurried after her.

Halfway down the narrow lane, Jessica paused at a booming voice. “Juicy grilled beef. Fresh off the fire!”

“What’s this place?” she asked, surprised.

“A local market,” Brian explained, catching up. “Probably your first time here?”

Jessica nodded. She knew old–town alleys lingered behind the skyscrapers, but she had never explored beyond the polished malls before.

“This looks fun. Let’s explore.” Grabbing Brian’s hand, she plunged into the bustling crowd.

It was rush hour, and the market bustled with office workers and locals browsing stalls lining both sides of the narrow street, stocking up on fresh ingredients for dinner.

Interspersed among the vendors were small eateries and food carts offering all kinds of snacks.

The lively atmosphere was a far cry from the sterile supermarket experience Jessica was accustomed to. She wandered curiously, pausing when the smoky aroma of grilled sausages caught her attention. “That smells amazing. Let’s get one.”

Brian eyed the grease–smeared cart but held his tongue at Jessica’s eager expression. He positioned himself as a human shield, ensuring no jostling passersby or stray oil splatters reached her.

The sausage arrived piping hot. Jessica took a bite as they walked, then offered some to Brian.

He took a bite, shrugged, and said, “It’s fine. Nothing special.”

Jessica’s focus soon shifted to a pretzel stand further ahead. Without hesitation, she handed Brian her half–eaten sausage and joined the queue.

This crowd was rowdy, clusters of boisterous students fresh from school mingled with adults.

1/2

39%

Chapter 507

Brian tensed, cradling Jessica protectively against his chest with one arm while clutching her leftovers in his free hand, wary of any sudden movements

around her.

Thankfully, the pretzel was served quickly.

No sooner had Jessica taken her first bite than she spotted another stall. As she stepped toward it, a motorcycle roared past, missing her by inches.

Brian’s face paled instantly. “Watch out!” He yanked her back. “How could motorcycles be allowed in?”

Jéssica shrugged. “Rules seem flexible here. Relax, I’m fine. Now go queue for those spicy grilled prawns.”

Defeated, Brian joined the line.

Jessica watched his sweat–dampened shirt cling to his back, a flicker of happiness flashing in her eyes.

Even while queuing, Brian kept waving Jessica closer, ensuring she stayed within his protective radius. The line might be long, but at least here, he could shield her from the crowd.

Jessica sighed but obliged, stepping beside him.

They ate the grilled prawns by the roadside, Jessica devouring most while Brian dutifully peeled them for her.

“Try one? It’s really good,” she offered, trying to let Brian taste it.

Verify captcha to read the contentVerify