Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 382: One-Dollar Compensation

Xander’s careless words at the Nash family’s house had led to a serious misunderstanding. Zayn and his mother thought he intended to propose to Marissa as well.

After Divya left, she spread the news like wildfire. Soon, everyone in their social circle believed that Xander was smitten with Tiffany and planned to marry her.

Connor, unable to keep his composure, rushed to the Nash family’s house, making an excuse to take Marissa home. Otherwise, he would have enjoyed playing games with her for a few more days.

He doubted Marissa would fall for Xander, the foolish yet wealthy man. Nevertheless, the thought of Marissa being pestered by so many suitors, especially someone like Xander, made Connor’s blood boil.

He despised any man who tried to steal Marissa from him, regardless of their chances of success.

Marissa didn’t deny it since she and Xander had agreed to pretend they were dating. She merely grinned in response.

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“Stay away from that man,” Connor warned.

Marissa raised an eyebrow in silent defiance.

Connor continued, “That guy’s been spoiled rotten since he was a kid. He’s reckless and does whatever he pleases. Your reputation will take a hit if you get too close to him.”

“Does it even matter?

lightly. “Are you saying

so bad, not as indecent

dislike Xander. Despite his

his shortcomings didn’t bother her. No matter how troublesome he was, she would never

been with me for so long, and still,

beamed at him. “To be honest, I like him more

Xander seemed like her own kid, so she

answer only fueled Connor’s jealousy. He leaned in and bit her

winced in

fond of any other man. You’ve stripped

How do I know you’re not making it up? I won’t believe

“Who would record things that happened

did,” Marissa said as she sat up, found the video Arabella

his grandmother to keep that video and send it to

if his most embarrassing secret had been

He was ashamed.

her, but now, he just wanted to disappear and