Chapter 565

Mia stood on the bustling street, watching him intently.

Passersby couldn’t help but notice Timothy’s striking appearance, causing them to turn their heads.

Under the dim streetlight, Timothy’s gaze appeared somewhat uneasy as he responded, “Mia, are you truly that self-absorbed?” m

As soon as the words left his mouth, Timothy immediately regretted them, pursing his lips.

Mia nodded. “Well, Mr. Barrett, if you’re not interested in me, please stop being around me or making these kind gestures. It might give me the wrong idea that you’re developing feelings for me.”

Timothy’s throat tightened. “I do these things because… because I want to compensate for neglecting you over the past three years.”

It seemed that Mia wasn’t the stereotypical gold–digger he had once imagined.

Mia’s eyes showed a subtle fatigue, her mouth carrying a hint of bitterness. She replied with a feigned. nonchalance, “Compensate? So, what do you think I’m lacking right now?”

Considering Mia’s position as the heiress of the Lane family, Timothy believed she lacked nothing and

was well–provided for.

responding, “This is different.”

“There’s nothing different. When the Barrett family turned me away. Mr. Barrett, there was no trace of guilt from

when you suddenly claim it’s out of guilt that you want to compensate me, who would

frowned. “Do you think I’m treating you this way because of your status?

have of

what, Mr. Barrett? If you genuinely regret your actions, then act like a decent ex–husband! Stop pretending

expression turned grim. Mia had previously compared a responsible

turned and walked away.

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her. “Ms. Mia, are you

Mia bent down and entered the car.

seat, mulling over Timothy’s words. They struck her as utterly absurd.

felt unnecessary. She didn’t need it

stood alone on the roadside for a while before eventually entering his car.

out his phone and dialed a number. “Grandma, I

campus in Antonio’s car.

her afternoon study session, she found it

her

and head home for dinner, she received a call from Jeremy.

she answered.

Mia, are you at the

in the

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