Chapter 454

While juggling the honest affections of one man, she reveled under the touch of another, all the while spouting lies.

Any fondness Brielle had for Sydney vanished in an instant. How could someone so devoid of moral fiber be anything but complex?

The irony wasn’t lost on Brielle; she had misjudged Sydney.

But Adrian, ever trusting of Sydney, reminded her. “You keep at your overtime. It’s almost midnight, and my birthday’s ending. Just wish me a happy one, will you?”

Sydney was lost in the moment, and cut the call short. Her patience had worn thin as her arms found their way around Spencer’s neck.

On the other end, Adrian felt a sting of rejection but then remembered he wasn’t alone–Sydney’s workmate was there–and a blush crept up his cheeks. “Oh, sorry, I didn’t mean to intrude.”

Adrian was honest, sensible, and easy on the eyes.

Brielle pursed her lips, not revealing she was Sydney’s boss, nor did she expose the lie. Instead, she offered, “Wanna head down together?”

Adrian was relieved to be acknowledged, and beamed with gratitude. “Sure, thanks.”

couldn’t shake her doubts and had

she’d marry me. My folks adored her and funded her education, so we’ve been classmates since grade

when he spoke of

much like her own. Yet Sydney’s

you two tied

saving for a house. My salary isn’t much. It’ll take a few

cut back? Her bags don’t look cheap.”

on her. I

of the ten years she spent being deceived by Spencer. Yet here

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Chapter 454

couldn’t bear bursting his bubble and simply wished him well as they reached the lobby.

was the first to wish him well that day.

watching his

sanatorium, post–chat with the doctor, standing

until Alivia’s voice reached him.

this hour?”

just left Martha’s room with a tray in hand, the

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