The Day I Kissed An Older Man

Chapter 401

Corinne chuckled. “Nope, I don’t get it at all. If I leave and you

go back to Mister Jeremy, then aren’t you afraid that he’ll lose interest in you too once he gets tired of playing with you?”

When they reached that point in the conversation, Anya’s expression became proud along with a little touch of condescending sympathy. “That’s where I’m different from you, Corinne.”

Corinne. “Oh? What’s the difference then?”

“My family background is on the same level as Jeremy’s. My parents love me, and they protect me. Whatever happens, both my brothers will be my support and my shield. You don’t have people like that in your family, do you?”

The smile on Corinne’s face sank instantly and she suddenly realized something. “So it was you who went to the Carews and told them that I married Jeremy.”

Anya answered without sidestepping the question. “Bingo! It was me!”

Corinne remained calm as she asked, “Did you think you can chase me away from Mister Jeremy by goading the Carews into causing trouble for me?”

innocent and demure appearance that Anya usually wore had disappeared, and she no longer hid her high-born

know it’s not that simple, of course! I just want you to understand your situation a little better.

without having a solid foundation. As time passes, you’ll only be viewed

of my family members are that easy to offend, so the Holdens

with Jeremy broke down, I would still be able to bear the consequences. My family will become my way out, and they’ll always be there to protect me. Do you

“you’re relying on the protection of

that obvious?” Anya

Corinne smiled.

have that sort of backing, but I can still rely on myself. I don’t depend on anyone, and I don’t expect to be protected by anyone for the rest of my life. The only way to avoid being put in a disadvantageous situation

wish to rely on his family, status, and wealth. Even if

little schemes. If

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unconditionally ever again!”

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what she wanted to say, she got up and prepared to go back and see if the chicken wings were done roasting.’ Wait, Corinne! I have

was persistent, and she chased after her to stand