Chapter 159

luncase

Mia’s composed demeanor stirred a in Keegan.

Without delay, Roberto took Mia’s phone and commanded, “Unlock it.”

Mia readily complied, unlocking her phone.

Following this, Keegan provided Timothy’s phone number, which Roberto dialed directly from Mia’s phone. In no time, her phone screen lit up with a contact name: “Scumbag.”

Observing the display, Mia cleared her throat lightly. “It’s an inside joke between us,” she remarked.

Roberto immediately hung up the phone, and Keegan’s demeanor grew serious. “Pass her the phone,” he

Instructed.

After retrieving her phone, Mia felt a sense of relief as the lingering anxiety lifted. Had she successfully passed

the test?

ordeal had genuinely terrified her.

she was

of urgency. Mia found herself compelled to resort to bluffing.

and Timothy’s name lit

twitched in annoyance. Why was Timothy calling

glanced over and calmly remarked, “Aren’t

saying. “Hello, dear. I apologize for the confusion earlier. I accidentally dialed the wrong

“Mia, can’t you communicate like a normal person?”

me to come over and present some design

eyes narrowed as he sensed a shift in the

to go for

speaking, she abruptly hung up the phone and calmly faced Keegan. “I’m sorry, but I think I need to

“Wait.” Keegan interjected.

briefly before she redirected her attention to Keegan. “Is there anything else?”

adopting a more conciliatory note. Ms. Bowen, your designs are truly

+15 BONOS

misunderstanding. Considering Mr. Barrett’s demanding schedule, any additional

to treat this incident as if it

after all the fewer complications, the better,”

plans, Mia

was enveloped by the embrace of sunlight, and a soothing warmth gradually

from her forehead, Mia couldn’t help but reflect on how

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255