Chapter 431

Alivia thought for sure that Brielle would be a bundle of nerves, maybe even shoot Max some subtle, desperate looks. But from start to finish, Brielle was the picture of composure.

The cooler she remained, the more Alivia felt like a jester, juggling her emotions for naught.

A flash of bitterness crossed Alivia’s eyes as she tilted her head up to Max and said, “Since you’ve brought Ms. Brielle along. I’ll skip going in. You must want her to meet your mum, right? I’d just be a third wheel. I’ll swing by this afternoon.”

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To any guy, it sounded like the epitome of understanding – faultlessly so. It was at this moment that Brielle realized Alivia could play the game far better than she had expected.

Such a woman was truly formidable.

Hearing Alivia’s words, Max simply nodded. Alivia flashed a smile at Brielle, a cursory greeting of sorts, before making a swift exit.

child and the possibility of Max finding out any minute now, had her on pins and

Martha. [Aunt Martha, Max has brought that woman to see you. I think I’ll stay away to avoid being a burden.

she played the pity card to the hilt. Since Max was with another woman, it was best

getting sick. A meltdown would play right into her

Max pushed it open and saw Martha by the window, phone in

hand.

asked, “Mother, feeling

Martha’s gaze

it was fleeting, and her expression quickly softened. “Better, thanks

slid over to Brielle, giving her a thorough once–over. Brielle frowned, sensing a distinct discomfort, as if she’d been appraised inside and out and judged quite unfavorably.

asked, delicately sipping tea

director at Dorsey International. Thought I’d bring her by to see you,” Max

inside her. Was this the seductress who had bewitched

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