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.

pursed his lips, responding, “This

Mr. Barrett, there was no trace of guilt from you. It was just your family’s condescension and

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

this way because

have of

actions, then act like a decent ex–husband! Stop pretending as if you don’t exist.”

expression turned grim. Mia had previously compared a responsible ex–husband to

she turned

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pulled up beside her. “Ms. Mia, are you ready to

a word, Mia bent down and entered the car.

leaned back in her seat, mulling over Timothy’s words. They struck

him compensating her felt unnecessary. She didn’t

the roadside for a

phone and dialed a number. “Grandma, I need your help

back to campus in

she found it difficult to

on her

prepared to pack up and head home for dinner, she received

she

at the campus right

in the study hall.”

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