Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 161:

Marissa had to admit that Connor seemed to be blessed by luck itself. Women went out of their way just to be associated with him. Nevertheless, she found no compelling reason to choose him. On the contrary, she could list numerous reasons to turn him away

Even though her blunt words wounded his pride, Marissa was determined not to waver in matters of the heart. It was best she spoke her mind without hesitation. Connor, on the other hand, remained unruffled and self-assured, unaffected by her refusal. His expression remained steady

In a calm tone, he responded, “I’ll make sure you have the ten thousand and first reason to choose me.”

Marissa pressed her lips together, contemplating her response. She had been confused the night before, and her uncertainty lingered, leaving her to wonder whether Connor’s actions were driven by genuine love or mere desire. It’s a known fact that a man’s pursuit isn’t always guided by heartfelt emotions; often, it’s driven by physical attraction

Connor, with his appeal, had his choice of companions. A mere gesture from him, and women would eagerly respond. Yet, he was discerning, only showing interest in those he truly appreciated. He probably pursued her because he saw something more in her, viewing her as a potential sex partner… Marissa was resolute in not having a sex partner, especially not a man at the pinnacle of social desirability. This thought, echoing through her mind, fortified her resolve to reject Connor

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love. Once I choose someone, my intention is to make her my wife, and I won’t sleep with any other women besides her.” His words stirred something within Marissa, sending ripples

me? Was it when you found out I was

was on the night we

for her then. As he gently placed a diamond hairpin in her hair, Connor explained, “When a man truly likes a woman, there

claim to have fallen in love with me at first sight? You expect me to believe that? Stop with

she may have looked identical, but your expressions, auras, and demeanors are distinct. I

her lips, Marissa retorted, “If your perception were that keen, you wouldn’t have mistakenly abducted me. Mr. Daniels, for a man of your status to stoop to such weak deceptions to win a girl’s heart? Spare

his laughter reflecting neither surprise nor annoyance at her disbelief. “Actually, I suspected you weren’t Tiffany the moment I saw you at the flower shop, but my grandma was nearing death and was too anxious and furious. So, I didn’t think much and took you home. It was my recklessness that day that changed everything! That was the first time I acted without thinking. I didn’t confirm your identity and brought you back. If I had stayed calm, none of what followed would