Chapter 159:

“Honey, your tie is crooked. Let me help you straighten it.”

As Marissa spoke, she discreetly pinched the tender flesh on Connor’s chest. They were positioned in such a way that onlookers saw only her adjusting his tie. Connor gasped, unable to maintain his facade of comfort

His foot, protected by a leather shoe, managed the pain well. However, the sharp pain from his chest was overwhelming, radiating up to his teeth. He offered a weak smile and whispered, pleading for mercy, “Mrs. Daniels, I’m sorry.” It was indeed difficult to make Black Snake yield. If she remained steadfast, he would have to concede, considering he was towering over her

Marissa did not release her pinch immediately. Instead, she whispered back with a stern smile, “Release me first!” She shot him a sharp look before easing her pinch. Attempting to step back, she found her leg numb and stumbled backwards. In an instant, Connor’s hands steadied her by the waist, lifting and placing her gently on the sofa before she could react. His lips inadvertently grazed her cheek as he set her down—a fleeting, tingling sensation

Though it appeared accidental to everyone else, Marissa knew better. Feeling violated yet again, she longed to confront him, but the setting demanded decorum. She could do nothing but swallow her fury. She pouted and shot him a resentful glare

to her ire, suggested kindly, “Mrs.

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and relax,” Arabella added cheerfully. “Connor, would you fetch the necklace I intend to

box, and as it clicked open, light seemed to dance across the room.

maids couldn’t

goodness, it’s breathtaking.

is part of Mrs. Arabella Daniels’ dowry, valued at one hundred and seventy

hundred and seventy million dollars? Oh my goodness! Seeing such exquisite jewelry is a dream come true. I could die

opulence. As Sara, a celebrated designer who had created for the ultra-wealthy internationally, she was no stranger to extravagant

and support, accepting such a lavish gift would cross a line. Her marriage to

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