Addicted To The Genius Lady With A Thousand Faces

Chapter 1009:

Everett added, “Marissa, I know you and Connor’s marriage was brief and driven by a misunderstanding, but Connor doesn’t seem ready to let go of you.

That’s why I need your help to make him understand it’s truly over between you.”

He lifted his gaze, his expression intent.

“I want you to announce our engagement at the party today.

If Connor witnesses it himself, he’ll back off, and we’ll avoid more issues down the road.”

As Marissa’s fiancé, his request was fair.

Marissa didn’t have much ground to refuse him.

Still, after a moment, Marissa replied quietly, “I’m sorry, Everett.

can’t make that

asked, his

I still need to pretend to

Q’s ship, Tiffany vanished without

keep

his lips together, his

“I’m sorry.

in these difficult situations,” Marissa said,

promise I’ll fulfill my role as

she didn’t have to face the confusion of defining

Everett’s resolve was unwavering.

engagement, and Marissa knew she

father owed the

to dwell on her complicated

focus on fulfilling her

promise, Everett’s