After being reborn, I make up my mind to stop chasing after my husband and daughter

Chapter 357

The night was already captivating, but with Ryan suddenly showing up, it felt even more intense.

After working all day, I was exhausted, but seeing him made all my tension melt away. I walked over with a smile and asked, “What are you doing here?”

“I came to pick you up after work,” Ryan said, glancing at the hotel entrance under renovation nearby. “Jared must really trust you, giving you another project like this.”

Treplied lightly, “It’s just because the last one went well. If it hadn’t, I wouldn’t be so lucky.”

“Still, it’s because you’re good at what you do,” Ryan said with a smile.

“And I couldn’t have done it without your help,” I said. If you hadn’t pulled some serious strings to get that state–owned partnership for me, the hotel wouldn’t be where it is today.

Ryan glanced down, and when he smiled, there was something unexpectedly captivating about him.

“I just didn’t want Jared to look down on you. No matter how talented you are, I figured if I could give you a little push, you’d always find a way to rise higher,” Ryan said softly.

My heart fluttered. I hadn’t known this guy for that long, but he’d already done so much for my career–it honestly surprised me.

“Thank you. I really owe you a big favor,” I said.

“Alright, let’s drop it. I’m not asking for anything in return,” Ryan said, giving his car door a casual tap to lighten the mood. “How about I take you out for dinner?”

we going?” I

Ryan said, raising an

Ryan, to avoid seeing him if possible. ! couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy

already have plans tonight. Maybe some other time?” I said, letting my head win out

down.

meant for relaxing,” Ryan said, looking genuinely let down by

this project I’m putting everything

get jealous? to that why you’re keeping your distance from

of it?

a dase, louking

to become strang on your own too,” I said, looking at

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with a sharp light, and he lowered his voice. “Did you find

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that point, Ryan glanced around. “There are six bodyguards following me not far away. Are you worried that being around me might

the two Cadillac SUVS parked behind him. They looked

don’t want to dig into your secrets, but please understand–I’m just someone who values my own life and safety,” I said, laying

in any relationship, and