Echoes of Unrequited Love

Chapter 178

Hogan had always been one to cut to the chase.

Seeing I couldn’t hide anything anymore, I calmly said, “I’ve talked to Mr. Abbott, and he does have his reasons that are hard to articulate.”

“Oh, is that so?” Hogan glanced at me casually and said, “What kind of unspeakable reasons would make a guy who lights up at the sight of money give up a deal that’s ripe for the picking? Do enlighten me, Ms. March.”

That put me on the spot. After all, I had promised Timothy before coming that I

I wouldn’t blow his cover. He’d kept it under wraps for so long: I had to respect his

privacy.

With that thought, I sighed and added, “Mr. Abbott also expressed his regret at not being able to work with Rainbow Capital.”

“You believe that line?”

His questioning dropped into my ears, leaving me speechless.

Indeed, Hogan was no stranger to this kind of corporate sweet talk.

didn’t see through that,” Hogan said coldly, staring me down, “Or are you implying you have a soft spot and were playing dumb on

spot?” I echoed Hogan’s words, asking, “What do you mean, Mr.

and Timothy are thick as thieves. Crossing him would put you in a tight spot with Timothy,

himself, as if I really had

his words and patiently explained, “Rainbow Capital is in the midst of rapid growth. Taking a shot at Sean now would only stir up gossip.

from the standpoint of interests. But as soon as I finished,

sharp–featured face, momentarily at a loss for

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still an

not taking Ms. March’s advice.

reclaim it.”

speechless, flustered for a moment, and

brows knitted together, and in a chilling tone he retorted, “Do I need lessons from you on how to handle my

I was in no position to lecture

was about to respond, his sarcastic voice pressed on my ear again, “Of course, if you feel like protecting someone, feel free to tip

the heart; I looked at Hogan in disbelief, then

I thought I smelled a familiar