Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 257:

Marissa cast a fleeting glance at the contract resting on the floor, her posture unwavering. Daryl and Shaun maintained a silent stance, having already vested Marissa with complete decision-making authority

As the silence stretched on, Charles furrowed his brow and inquired, “Why don’t you read it?”

“Do you not comprehend?” Marissa countered. “Our purpose here isn’t to discuss the contract; hence, there’s no need to examine it.”

“If the contract isn’t the subject of discussion, then what is the purpose of your presence here?” Charles asked, confused

With a scornful smirk, he continued, “Are you here to plead for mercy on behalf of the Sanchez family? Not a chance! Allow me to clarify my stance today. Securing Birds Pay Homage is non-negotiable for me. However, concerning the actions of the Clifford family against your Sanchez family, I will just watch and abstain from interference.”

Marissa asserted, “You’re free to stand aside and watch the conflict between the Sanchez and Clifford families. No one will stop you. However, entertaining the notion of aiding the Clifford family in acquiring Birds Pay Homage is nothing but a fantasy.”

you didn’t come here to negotiate or plead for mercy. So why exactly are you

dismantle your stronghold,” Marissa

Marissa said firmly,

with mocking laughter from the spectators.

little girl, are you dreaming? Do you

what’s your strategy? Rely on your slender physique, or on those two gentlemen behind you who appear clueless about

you’re not here to confront Mr. Acosta in battle. Your true intention is

then regarded Marissa with a lecherous gaze, propositioning, “If you’re inclined to spend the night with me, perhaps I could entertain the idea of extending some benefits to

pierced him. “I’m repulsed just by your presence, let alone the

the ashtray, he leveled a gaze

his stare with contempt. “Because it’s evident to

being preyed upon and resorting to camouflage or deception

somber. “Are you saying