Chapter 159

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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

assume she was now in the

with a moment of urgency. Mia found

Timothy’s name lit up on the caller ID.

calling again? Didn’t he have work to

over and calmly remarked, “Aren’t you going to pick

clearing her throat before saying. “Hello, dear. I apologize

on the other end. “Mia, can’t you communicate like a normal

needed me to come over and present some design plans. I’m at Oakwood Villa. I’ll come over once I’m finished.” Mia quickly.conveyed.

eyes narrowed as he sensed a shift in the conversation. “Mia, what’s

I have to go for now. Sending

the phone and calmly faced Keegan. “I’m sorry, but I think I need to leave now.”

“Wait.” Keegan interjected.

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

had meticulously prepared, his tone adopting a more conciliatory note. Ms. Bowen, your designs are truly excellent. Let’s proceed

+15 BONOS

Mr. Barrett’s demanding schedule, any additional complications wouldn’t be in your

agree to treat this incident

fewer complications, the better,” Mia agreed

Mia swiftly left the villa.

out into the open air, Mia was enveloped by the embrace of

her forehead, Mia couldn’t help but reflect on how narrowly she had

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