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.

and the possibility

that woman to see you. I think I’ll stay away to avoid being a burden. If you need

her message to Martha, she played the pity card to the hilt. Since

actually getting sick. A meltdown would play right into her hands, perhaps even lead to

pushed it

hand.

“Mother, feeling any better today?”

Martha’s gaze

sharp, slicing past him to land squarely on Brielle, but it was fleeting, and her expression quickly softened. “Better, thanks to

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

this be?” Martha asked, delicately sipping tea

International. Thought I’d bring her by

bewitched Max? Sure, she was attractive enough

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Chapter 431

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