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.

tea time, and my stomach's a bit off.

tossing the tissue into the trash. His voice was low, almost a growl, suffocating the car's atmosphere to the point where

smudging most of the bright lipstick, leaving a stark contrast between the remaining color and

course, nothing could be hidden from

under his

to salvage the situation, Bridget said, "Mr. Rupert, we're engaged. I just wanted everyone to know how well you treat me. A little

the ring on his thumb—a stark contrast of jade and red stone,

to cover the necklace,

"This, this is..."

finances are bouncing back nicely. Seems like you won't be needing

facade began to crack.

sorry. I went too far. I'll delete the Twitter post right

didn't respond, which she took as

filled with resentment, her clenched fingers twisting

exactly who Rupert was

wait, I haven't lost

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