Chapter 26: Pleasing

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Michael was in a bad mood and told the servant to bring him some coffee.

The servant moved swiftly, bringing the coffee in no time.

Michael took a sip of his coffee, made with his favorite beans and brewed at the perfect temperature by the servant. Yet, for some reason, he didn't feel like drinking it anymore, Michael stared at the black coffee. Instead of feeling calm, his anxiety only grow

"Mr. Shawn, is the coffee not up to par?"

The servant was a bit cautions. Chloe used to handle these tasks. The servant wasn't sure if something had displeased Michael

"Take it away. It's awful!"

Michael aank back into his swivel chair, and the study returned to its quiet calm

He closed his eyes and leaned back in the chair, taking a moment to collect himself. Suddenly, he found his earlier self a bit ridiculous.

If this is Chloe's new way to catch Michael's eye, she's doing a way better job than before.

Michael opened his eyes, feeling calm once again.

Marrying Chloe was never Michael's choice; he was forced into it. Now, he shouldn't be mad seeing her with another man.

It's laughable how she tries to gain his attention by sinking so low,

mad? What a

a deep breath, feeling clarity wash over him. He

a cab back to Candy's place. Candy looked surprised when she now

you go back there?" she

what his deal is. He tore up the divorce papers

taken aback, feeling like they

deal? That's classic

what's the

slumped onto the couch, staring blankly

"Beats me."

at Chloe's antics and

happy for now? At least get him to sign a new deal. We can't keep

been

Just bring him some snacks

show you ca

isn't what you do, but

Chloe paused to think.

woke up early to see

are you up

Chapter 26: Pleasing

clue why Chloe

Candy made

been swallowing her pride for years

find a way to get

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