Chapter 1001

Among the colleagues‘ words, there were both exclamations and murmurs. The reporter snapped back to reality, shaking his

head.

He was sure he wouldn’t pursue her! He couldn’t even if he tried.

“Did I hear she’s already engaged?”

“Can’t find any dirt on that! The guy never showed his face, then even Ms. Summers herself disappeared. Can’t find any info.”

At this point, a few others joined the conversation, “Could it be some nouveau riche?”

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“Who knows? My guess is yes, those rich folks tend to be bold and reckless.”

“So you’re saying Ms. Summers aren’t?”

“Tsk, at an age desperate for marriage, you think she’s got the luxury to be choosy?”

The reporters dispersed one by one, and the sky gradually darkened. Chloe decided to drive herself today instead of letting Damon drive. They had agreed on a time, and she drove back home–on her own.

The whole way, Jeanette’s new single was on repeat. The lyrics were simple, but she really liked it. She even sang along a few times. It almost felt like she was brainwashed from hearing it so much.

When she got back to Emerald Valley Estates, Damon’s car was right behind hers.

to Damon, her beaming smile was

are you so happy?” Damon caught her as she almost lunged

“Don’t you watch the news? The

on and smiled at her. “So, that’s why you’re

“Shouldn’t I be happy? You can’t possibly

face vanished instantly, “So your happiness is because of Jeanette’s

for a moment, “… Yes, she’s brought

Chloe pressed the

of the elevator, his back against the wall, hands on her waist, leaning down to

of anger and a

“The elevator, huh…”

a chance to speak,

I

i

entwining his tongue with hers. Chloe was suddenly kissed by Damon. She struggled subconsciously, but to no avail. Her body went limp, clinging onto his shoulders, reciprocating his kiss.

elevator slowly ascended, and with a ‘ding‘, the doors opened. Chloe managed to gather a sliver of sanity amidst

His unique scent enveloped her. He wrapped his arm around her waist, leading her out of the elevator. They remained in close contact, and he never stopped kissing her the whole time.

around the lobby. Thankful that the high–end apartment was empty.

mix of fear and vigilance, she was drowned in his kiss, stumbling towards their apartment. When they finally reached the apartment entrance, Damon continued pressing Chloe against the hallway wall. His tall figure enveloped her petite frame, bending slightly to hold her waist

echoed with sounds

hallway. She panicked, reaching out to key in the passcode, but fumbled and the alarm sounded. When she tried again, Damon grabbed her hand, pressing it

her body responded to his

body against

went a sound.

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