Chapter 31

“Or what?” Renee turned around, staring at the man’s hand around her wrist, her expression as calm as still water. “Would you like to return the favor, Mr. Hunt?”

Stefan was silent as he stared at her coldly. His deep gaze held a million unspoken words.

Renee boldly stepped forward, and her face was now inches away from his. Her lips curved into a smirk, and she whispered mockingly, “Mr. Hunt is famous for holding grudges, so why pretend? If you’re upset, just get even and slap me.”

Naturally, Stefan didn’t lift a finger. Instead, he looked at the people around them, silently commanding

them to leave.

Soon, they were the only two left in the large restaurant.

Stefan let go of her, and exhaled deeply. “I never wanted to use you…. I may have been lying when I said I loved you, but I truly am sorry for hurting you.”

The light of the chandelier accentuated the man’s beautiful features, making him look like some kind of ethereal being. He was so near, yet so far.

in disbelief. She hadn’t

Stefan let out a

you’ve realized, but H Group was gravely affected by your little livestream prank. Since you’re the one who

cooperate with your act just now? I helped clear your name! What else do you

definitely paint him in a worse light and demand a huge sum of money. Renee, however, couldn’t bring herself to do so, as she had

we’d still have to pretend like we’re together in public,” Stefan explained. He’d

get too close with that Osborne fellow. It’d be bad for our reputation. Instead, you may continue using your title as ‘Mrs. Hunt’ anywhere you’d like, and you can spend however much you want. Also, if anyone tries to make trouble for

Who does he think he is? Who gave him the right to control my life? Also… did he really say

longer have any connection to each other. What makes you think you have any control over my life? Are you the law?

to protect your precious image. Have you no shame? Do you think the world revolves around you? Also, how could you say you’d’ come to my rescue’

was the first time Renee felt so irritated with the man. All she wanted to do was leave this place; she didn’t want to associate with

heart transplant in two days,” Stefan said slowly, his eyes

man as her frosty expression

he had always treated her like she was his granddaughter. There was no doubt that he’d be horrified

be haunted by guilt for the rest of her life

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