When There Is Nothing Left But Love

Chapter 1794 The Deal

I took her hand briefly. It was only a split second, but it felt like I had come in contact with a block of ice. My entire body shivered, but I held it back and forced out a smile. “Ms. Schmidt.”

Pursing her lip, Freja glanced at the bodyguard who was pinning my hands behind my back. He promptly left as instructed.

Before I realized what was going on, Freja said, “I’ve heard a lot about you, Ms. Stovall. To be honest, I admire you for your willingness to sacrifice for love.”

Why does that sound like an insult? I flashed an awkward smile and muttered, “You’re flattering me.”

“Please, relax. I mean every word I say.” Freja chuckled and took my hand, patting it lightly. She acted as though we were close friends.

However, I felt a chill going down my spine. On such an occasion where we were meeting with brand new identities, anyone would feel uncomfortable seeing how relaxed she was. It felt like my trump card had been exposed in advance.

returned to her seat. Crossing her legs, she said warmly, “Ms. Stovall, please

received his approval before joining

to see Freja scrutinizing Ashton and me. Her gaze

match made in heaven. Even though you’re separated, you look every inch a couple. If we can collaborate, you’ll be known as Romeo and Juliet in the industry,” Freja complimented us in a

us, but Ashton seemed anxious. “What do you mean, Ms. Schmidt? Don’t you

Ms. Stovall for her courage, that’s all. After all. I’m merely thirsty for talents,” Freja replied. Her

you should get rid of the unrealistic notions in your mind. If the Stovall family is that easy to

Ashton wasn’t praising

like Uncle Louis didn’t work in vain. Though he had retired, his name can

adhering to it for his entire life. They

ignoring my presence as she winked at Ashton. I had no idea what she was trying to get

wore a frosty expression as he leaned back. “Don’t ask me. You should ask Nathaniel about it.” He sounded