Chapter 759

Timothy glanced at the villa outside; it was their former marital home.

Mia held her head, taking a moment to recover from the sudden, piercing headache.

Eventually, she lowered her hand and looked at the villa outside, sensing a strange familiarity.

She spoke meaningfully, “Mr. Barrett, if I’m not mistaken, this is the marital home you shared with your ex–wife, isn’t it?”

Timothy’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Yes.”

“Do you reckon anyone would be pleased to see a house where their partner’s ex once resided? Feeling uncomfortable is quite normal, wouldn’t you agree?”

Timothy fell silent, picking up on the sarcasm in her tone. He couldn’t believe how composed she was. How had he not noticed her acting skills before?

He continued, “Since we’re already here, would you care to join me inside?”

her head to face him. Mr.

her eyes emitted a charm that was both mature and captivating.

tightening slightly. “You could say that.”

words trailed off, Mia leaned in closer,

he looked into her

Isn’t it

bit too much to drink today. You should go

headache tomorrow morning.”

leave, Timothy

heart skipped a beat. What was Timothy up

looked up into his deep eyes, forcing a sinile. “Mr. Barrett, is there

acting

before him, he couldn’t resist reaching out to touch her face. “You

me, but I am not her, nor am I a replacement for any

as a substitute for your ex–wife, you’ll be disappointed sooner or later. I’m not

aware of that.”

never been one to comply easily. After their divorce,

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