A Farewell After Being Reborn

Chapter 167

Henry hastily reached out and ended the call when he heard the dial tone. “What’s the meaning of this, Ms. Joyner?”

He expected Sage to be ashamed of herself after being caught red–handed. Why did she call Ian herself?

“Isn’t it obvious? I wanted to give him a little scare just to see where I stand with him,” she lied through her teeth.

He fell silent when he heard that. He had looked into it even though Ivy hadn’t told him anything and refused to allow him to probe further. He was aware that Ian didn’t care about Sage, so he assumed she was using him to get back at him and hurt Layla at the same time. After all, he had the means to do so.

Hence, he didn’t mind helping Sage test Ian.

“So, you’re not attempting to ruin my relationship with Layla… you’re just using me?” he asked.

Sage chuckled. “Sure, whatever floats your boat. However, you’re right about one thing–I don’t want you to be with Layla because I don’t think you’re good enough for her.”

“How am I not

start a business, but

“I’m sure you’ve seen her admiration for her brother–in–law at the parking lot last time. That is the reason why I believe she’d only fancy a guy who’s got his career

up on purpose because she vaguely remembered her aunt bragging about Layla’s boyfriend in her previous life, claiming that he was not only wealthy but also extremely capable. He had acquired the distribution rights for a drug and received

probably hadn’t had the time to plan these things in this

desiring rapid success in his career. Then, Ivy would have to start considering this issue. After all, she wanted them to feel

just haven’t found the right business opportunity yet, Ms. Joyner. I’m not as carefree as you think. I will prove myself to you

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my uncle and

displeased by her condescending words, he didn’t let it show He maintained his composure and stood up. “Do you need a

offer, but I drove

a car yet? I think it would be

asking Ivy for money. This would make them more