30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband

Chapter 58

Chapter 58

The car door swung open, and Korey’s secretary stepped out, extending a greeting to Ms. Estrella.

The subtle smile on Erin’s lips carried a significant meaning.

“Blake,” Estrella greeted nonchalantly, as if it were any ordinary day.

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Blake smiled and said to Estrella, “Ms. Estrella, can’t thank you enough for helping those construction guys get their overdue pay. Korey would like to take you out for a meal, to express his gratitude in person.”

“Sure thing.” Estrella agreed promptly, then turned to Erin. “Mr. Lamont, I’ll take my leave

now.”

Erin responded with a chuckle, “Seems like Jason’s got some stiff competition.”

Unruffled by Erin’s taunting, Estrella took a couple of steps forward, leaned in slightly, and whispered in a low voice, “So, Erin, you’re not in my league.”

Erin’s gaze hardened, his eyes taking on a chill as they followed Estrella.

Estrella, however, simply smiled nonchalantly, casually straightened Erin’s collar, and -walked away.

Blake held open the back door of the car for her, and as Estrella slid inside, Korey caught Erin’s eye and nodded casually at him. Erin’s expression darkened as he watched the car drive away. He was all too aware that in Ravenwood, where the talented were many, his journey to the top was still long.

The engine of the luxury car hummed to life as Korey spoke with a warm cordiality. “Estrella, I really appreciate what you did last time. I’ve been meaning to take you out for dinner but got tied up with meetings out of town.”

Estrella offered a polite smile. “You’re being too formal, Korey.”

Estrella wasn’t keen on attending Korey’s dinner invitation, but since he had come all the way to the law firm, and with Erin present that day, she felt compelled

at Sandalwood Oasis.

noticing Estrella’s absence, sent Drew to track her whereabouts. Soon after,

a mix of emotions. “Where is she

cautiously continued, “Mr.

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could finish, the bedroom door burst open. Estrella’s voice, fresh as breeze, filled the room, “You’re back already? Weren’t you just giving me lip service? What’s this, a

with a flick of his wrist. She glanced at him,

been?” Estrella, feeling the weariness in her neck, replied, “Just had dinner with a friend.” Jason’s arm snaked around Estrella’s waist, pulling her close. “What friend?

half-amused, half-bewildered,

a stable presence in Ravenwood, I’m sure you know what you should

as she met his gaze squarely. “Are you threatening me, Jason?” She hated threats, and what

Estrella brushed his hand away, asking calmly, “So, Jason, you really think I can’t

tone of the conversation had shifted, and Estrella knew she couldn’t take

lightly.

you declaring war, Estrella?”

declaring war.

embrace. Estrella, fed up, lost her usual composure and snapped, “Enough, Jason! You keep Serene close to you, and you expect me to make a scene every day? Should I just

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