Fiancé Uncle 71

COMMENT Chapter 71

Thea furrowed her brows, her expression serious. "Mr. Hendrix, I've told you many times that I have no feelings for Jake. There's no need for you to test me like this. Besides, aren't you worried about what others might think? If your father finds out about this, he might be displeased with you too." Nicolas lifted his eyelids to look at her. "So, you know it would be bad if this got out. Yet, you insist on staying at Avon Ventures, entangled with those two fools, Jake and Madelyn. Have you considered how others will look at me when they find out about our engagement?" "L..." Thea was momentarily at a loss for words, confusion flickering in her eyes. She hadn't thought about it.

After all, deep down, she felt that this marriage was merely a transaction, and there would never be a day when their relationship would be announced openly,

Moreover, her opposition to Madelyn and Jake wasn't because of any feelings for Jake.

Regardless, Nicolas's actions today left her feeling somewhat offended.

Thea's face turned cold, and her tone became considerably chillier. "Mr. Hendrix, I believe we should at least h basic trust between us. It seems you are unwilling to trust me at all I no longer want to explain what you think. With that, she turned to leave.

Nicolas watched her back, a glint of darkness passing through his eyes.

Not long after Thea left, Darwin entered.

have some

Seeing Nicolas's gloomy expression, Darwin sighed helplessly. "Mr. Hendrix, the doctor has advised you not to drink."

mess on the table,

me even more.

changed the subject. "The things are ready. I'll take you

and

few steps, he suddenly asked, "Do you think she still remembers what happened

caught off

cautiously replied, "Even if she doesn't remember everything, she

then, she was only focused on Jake." Darwin frowned.

press his temple. "You're right. Have someone

to him. "Find a time to prepare a gift for me. The day after tomorrow

avoids such occasions. Why

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home, her face still burning, unsure if it was from anger or

to wash up and go to bed,

it, she saw multiple messages from

are you

Joyce: [Are you asleep?]

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