A Farewell After Being Reborn

Chapter 170

Was he out of his mind? He used to be so uninterested in her. He wouldn’t even spare her a glance when she walked around him in lingerie. Why was he holding onto her waist and giving her that look now?

Sage was so angry that she tried to shake his hand off. However, Ian seemed to have caught on and pulled her closer to him.

“What the hell are you doing?” she fumed.

His expression was unreadable. “Why did you call me? I missed it because I was in a meeting.”

“Don’t worry. I accidentally dialed your number.”

“Were you upset that I left early at the company party last time?” he asked. There were only inches between the couple.

Sage pried his hand away. “Let go of me!”

Ian didn’t budge. “Answer me.”

Her expression hardened when she noticed that he didn’t seem willing to let go of her. “No. Could you please let me go now?”

cold, and her eyes narrowed. It contrasted strongly with the smile on her

me to believe you’re not upset? It’s clear as day that you are.”

Ian. It’s been ages. Why are

much time has passed. You should still explain yourself.” Calvin’s advice echoed in his mind.

pursed his thin lips and said lowly, “It was just too chaotic that night. I was caught up in a whirlwind of things and

to go to the hot springs at Greenfield. My company’s team–building event will be held

time Ian had ever explained himself to her. His tone and demeanor both sounded sincere.

if he had said this the day after the incident. But now, it felt

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at the time. However, when she was twenty–eight and could get her hands on countless dresses, she didn’t feel joy anymore. In short, it was too late for him to attempt to make

she declined softly. “I have other plans

other plans do you have?” Ian assumed she was just lying through

with Tiana,” she responded.

always invite her to come

not into hot springs.”