The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 1000

“Let me give you a ride,” Bruce stood up.

Thalassa’s heart clenched at the proposal, her entire body vigilant.

She didn’t need Bruce’s charity at all. Was this another one of his veiled threats?

“It’s just a short walk, and there’s no need for a ride. Please just sit down and eat!” Lucy griped. She grabbed Bruce’s wrist and pulled him back down to the dinner table with a force that brooked no argument.

Bruce didn’t dare to protest Lucy’s assertiveness. Arguing over such a trivial matter was not worth the hassle, especially when it would just lead to Lucy dredging up the past.

Bruce sat back down reluctantly.

Lucy shoved a fork into his hand, “Just keep eating.”

Bruce slumped in his chair. He looked unhappy. His disdain for Lucy had reached its maximum, and he yearned to be free from her right now.

But Lucy had him in a vice grip.

was nothing without money.

to suppress his revulsion, go back to play the devoted husband, and share the meal

left the Bruce’s place, got into her car, and sped

she was clear of their territory and driving on the open asphalt road,

had been so constricted, was

steering wheel tightened as she fought to calm the nervous excitement within her.

in her possession. She would simply just request Atticus to

by Bruce, and her mother wouldn’t have to face the psychological torment of the video’s release. Thalassa checked the time; it was

nearby diner and then pick up

far from the daycare and

ordering, she settled in her booth to wait for her food, idly scrolling through her phone.

we hope to see you again soon.” The polite voice of a server rang out behind her.

in her phone until a tall shadow loomed at the edge of her

around and caught sight of the tall figure. It was a man with a gentle, smiling face, as refreshing as a soft breeze.

exclaimed, surprised.