The Returning Ex

Broker Hayes’ face flushed bright red at Logan’s remonstration. It was precisely because she’d helped Shawn to find a match that she’d been criticized behind her back for a long time. His flaws that’d been brought to light spread like wildfire, and the fact that Lola later married a wealthy man such as Logan made it even more obvious that the match she brokered back then was problematic. For that reason, when she now brokered an introduction and played matchmaker, the people out there didn’t seem to believe her anymore.

Anyhow, she wanted to make money besides making an enviable match that would repair her reputation. As far as an enviable match went, it naturally had to be one with a rich man. She wasn’t acquainted with any one of that sort, nor did she have any connections that’d help her to worm her way into their midst. After repeatedly turning it over in her mind, she came to the conclusion that her only resource lay here with Lola. However, it was clear as day that Logan didn’t want to give her an opening, merely mocking her to her face.

Not daring to antagonize him, she flashed him an awkward smile before opening her mouth to defend herself. However, before she could say anything, Mr. Hunt’s voice drifted out of the house. “What are you doing out there, Logan? Come in and rest for a while. Aren’t you tired after driving all the way here?”

Broker Hayes froze, understanding the meaning behind his words. While he was telling Logan to get into the house, it was also a blatant dismissal toward her.

Logan grunted in acknowledgment. “I’ll come in after getting rid of our guest.” His words were painfully straightforward.

wasn’t welcomed, Broker Hayes was naturally aware that she definitely wouldn’t be treated kindly even if she were to get into the house, so she tried her best to maintain a smile on her face. “You all rest, then.

and went back into the house. Pursing her lips, Broker Hayes turned around and walked out. As soon

then came over. Since it was the neighbors, Logan didn’t go out. Entering the

family was only doing okay. Their words had always carried barbs as they gloated about things we didn’t even care about,” Lola lamented dourly. Now that I’ve married Logan and our family has elevated in

the house, their eyes darted everywhere. When they spotted Logan and Lola lying down in the room, they lowered their voices and asked, “What’s wrong? Are they not

they’re just tired after

the like. Mr. Hunt’s face glowed. “How could we possibly be unacclimated to it? Why would it feel out of place when we’re living the high life?