Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 236

Chapter 236

Inside the car.

Bridget had already spotted Sylvia, and she deliberately took the opportunity to plant a kiss on Rupert right in front of her.

She wanted Sylvia to see clearly that just because they'd been to bed didn't mean anything significant-Bridget was Rupert's final choice.

But before her lips could touch Rupert's cheek, he raised his arm, blocking her advance.

Bridget was stunned for a few seconds, then her face turned to one of feigned hurt. "Mr. Rupert, what's wrong?"

Rupert casually grabbed a tissue and wiped his sleeve where she'd brushed against it. "The lipstick doesn't suit you."

Immediately, Bridget's face went pale. She instinctively pressed her lips together, her hands clutching tightly at her dress.

Rupert gave her a sidelong glance. "What are you so nervous about?"

Bridget, as if startled, forced herself to relax, though it was clear she was trying way too hard.

a bit off. We are colleagues, after all, and I

was the one in need of some socializing," Rupert replied, tossing the tissue into the trash. His voice was low, almost a growl, suffocating the car's atmosphere to the point where Bridget found it hard

the bright lipstick, leaving a stark contrast between the remaining color and her

course, nothing could be hidden

others for tea under his name

wanted everyone to know how well you treat me. A little bit of feminine vanity

his thumb—a stark contrast of jade and red stone, cold yet menacing. "So the necklace around your

shot up to cover the necklace, revealing

"This, this is..."

like you won't be needing that investment after all,"

to crack. She turned away,

I went too far. I'll delete

didn't respond, which she took

downturned face was filled with resentment, her clenched

knew exactly who Rupert was doing

I haven't

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