Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 196 Unintentional Offense

Liora glanced at me smilingly. “It’s a pleasure! I finally have the honor of meeting you, Ms. Chloe. I heard you’re virtuous and exemplary. I have a lot to learn from you.”

Although she sounded polite, her words had an underlying awkwardness. I was puzzled but knew she was

far from friendly.

“You’re too kind, Mrs. Liora. I’ll have to rely on your support in the future,” I replied cautiously. I didn’t need to offend her since it was her family’s event. It was wise to keep a low profile.

Liora sneered, “Ms, Chloe, you’re being too modest. Who am I to support you? You’re a model for all of us. Please feel at ease here. Everyone is upright and respectable. You don’t have to worry about anyone

harassing you.”

turned

people looking at me. It

of her female friends glanced sidelong at

some point, Lauren appeared beside me, saying,lacked a good reason. Your incident provided him

an opportunity.”

I muttered in disbelief, “Is that a

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ordinary businessman. He can endure and keep his composure. Once he sees an opportunity, he can turn the situation

pointed to her eyes, indicating there was more to the

met the eye.

without even realizing it. He’s clever, but it’s

my sake.”

man is cunning and smooth. He did what would please Mr. Maddox, solved my issues, and fulfilled his agenda. Most importantly, he resolved his issues and