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.

his lips, 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

you this way because of your status? Is that the

of

your actions, then act like a decent ex–husband!

previously compared a responsible ex–husband to being

spoke, she turned and walked away.

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car pulled up beside her.

word, Mia bent down and entered the car.

Timothy’s

unnecessary. She didn’t need

stood alone on the roadside for a while before eventually

number. “Grandma, I need your help with

rode back to campus in Antonio’s car.

it

on her mind.

Mia prepared to pack up and head home for dinner, she received a call from

she

you at the campus right now?”

in the study hall.”

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