Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 28

When Larissa’s shoulder had healed to the point where she could return to work normally at the hotel, two weeks had already passed.

Her colleagues celebrated her return by booking a private room at the most upscale fine–dining restaurant in Covenford. They hung banners, inflated balloons, and even bought her a big cake.

Larissa felt guilty about accepting their grand gesture. As such, she accepted every single toast that came her way-

And…she got drunk again.

Some of the others wanted to send her home, but they didn’t know her address. When asked about her family or friend’s contact number, she could only stare back blankly without saying a word.

“Ah!” Someone raised their hand suddenly. “I have Ms. Seymour’s husband’s contact number! One time, Ms. Seymour’s phone died, and she borrowed mine to give her husband a call. I conveniently saved his number back then!”

“Call him! Call him!” the group urged.

Someone spoke up weakly. “Aren’t Ms. Seymour and her husband…divorced?”

was undoubtedly breaking news to many

for real?”

never realized it! Ms. Seymour is no different

your source of information reliable?‘

who revealed the news about Larissa’s divorce was

desk. About a month ago, Ms. Seymour’s in–laws came to the hotel and caused a racket. At that time, it was Ms. Seymour herself who

Ms. Seymour, her husband still cheated?”

must

group was

give Ms. Seymour’s husband a call?” Amid the chaotic discussion, the person who first suggested calling

looked at

if Ms. Seymour hasn’t divorced

Travis asked, “Who is

Ms. Seymour’s assistant. Ms. Seymour is drunk now. Could you please come over and pick her

intended to ask, “Have you dialed the wrong number?” but instead, he asked, “Can

was drunk? He

to drinking, and she would never drink excessively in public due to her low alcohol tolerance. It was only when they were both at home that she would accompany him for a

this was