Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 640
“You said you wanted my help?” Dylan looked around. The ballroom had already been set up and only needed some final touches
The hotel staff was busy, but everything was in order. It seemed that there was no need for his help. He furrowed his brows, and a sense of annoyance surged from within.
“Can you stop using these lowly tactics?”
Sharon would go to any lengths to see him, just like before. His cold tone and disgusted gaze caught her off guard.
Moments later, she smiled with a hint of sarcasm,

“It seems that you have overestimated your charm.” She glared at Dylan. The rosy hue on her face faded as she spoke sarcastically. “Il was your father’s idea that you come here. Don’t forget, we’re a model couple in others’ eyes. Or do you wish to let the cat out of the bag?”
The essence of Dylan’s marriage with Sharon was known to both families. They merely wanted the stability and business cooperation the marriage brought. They didn’t care whether the two were happy with the arrangement or not. They only had one requirement for the two- to act like they were in love and put on a good show whenever they were in public, even if their relationship was terrible.
Although Dylan usually acted nonchalant, deep down, he was actually afraid of his father. That was why he agreed to marry Sharon,
Thus, when Sharon mentioned his father, his attitude immediately softened. He only responded with a dissatisfied snort choosing not to confront her further.
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“There’s nothing for you to help with here. Just have a seat and play with your phone to pass the time,” Sharon said.
“You want me to play with my phone while you’re busy? But that won’t show off our affection!” He suddenly took a step forward. He h ooked his arm around her slender waist and pulled her into his embrace.
“Darling, how about you go and rest? I’ll help you with the work” he suggested. Hearing him call her “darling” made her body stiften. Her eyes widened in disbelief.
Before this, there was no one else around them except for Kevan. So, the other employees didn’t hear the hurtful words they exchanged earlier. Now, they saw the affectionate exchange between the couple. The employees felt a tinge of envy and jealousy as if they were witnessing a fairy-tale love story.
She readily accepted his suggestion.