The Spare Wife

Chapter 117 So You Know How to Cajole

Sean couldn’t help but notice the change in Abigail’s eyes. It triggered the memory of something Kevin had confided in him earlier–that Abigail didn’t like him. The thought knitted his brows in

concern.

The look in her eyes turned into that of apathy. “If she won’t make a public apology online, we’re not designing anything for her, and we’ll destroy the ones we’ve made for her. Trust me.”

“Do you have to go to such lengths? I-”

She cut him off shrilly. “I don’t want to hear any explanations. L.Moon’s success hinges on Alana’s reputation. What Joan’s doing is tantamount to ruining someone’s livelihood. It’s almost like murder in a way, do you get it?”

He asked, “Are you mad because I’m defending her? Is that why you’re going after her?”

She replied coldly, “I couldn’t care less if there were rumors of a scandal involving you and Joan

staying at any hotel.”

Sean took a deep breath, his eyes locked on Abigail. He asked, “Are you willing to say anything just

because she won’t apologize? Is L.Moon that important for you?”

“You think she’s innocent? Fine. Once I uncover the truth, let’s see how you can defend her.” She avoided answering his question, turning her gaze toward the window. She didn’t want to talk to him. anymore, realizing he was just a flaming heap of disappointment.

want to resolve

turned around, her frustration evident as she snapped, “Don’t threaten me. What else can you do besides threatening me? Why does the set have hidden cameras? Why is there a voice recorder? Why

on your show.

he pulled her into his embrace. “We’re

you so mad?”

still livid, so when he hugged her, she froze momentarily and shoved him away.

go!”

for once, adopted a persuasive tone. “This is the production team’s oversight. I’ve dispatched my team to locate the original video. I’ll prove your innocence.” He could understand why she was

held her close to his chest. “Alright, calm down. You

attend,” he

felt her throat tighten. She clutched his clothing and exhaled. “I don’t care. Joan can’t be our model.

so I can’t change her out,” he said calmly. Still, she tried to break free again, and he looked at her. “In exchange

request.

make an apology video and post it online,” she said, reining

looked into Abigail’s eyes and nodded. “Fine. I’ll

want fairness this time. Anyone involved in the smear campaign must be

show,” she insisted.

“Of course,” he agreed.

at him and thought, He can do anything just for Joan’s future. Then, she mocked, “Joan means a lot to you, doesn’t she?” She smiled sardonically

that up

see. Forget