Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 143

After Mr. Smith hung up the phone, a sharp glint flickered in his eyes.

So, he'd been fooled too.

If he hadn't questioned Isabel, he never would have found out, would he?

This made things much simpler.

Around dusk, Lyman was called away to an emergency meeting by Luther at the office.

Effie finished her dinner, took a short stroll, and was just about to head back when Mr. Smith appeared behind her without a sound or warning.

A strong whiff of alcohol hit her, making her jump. When she saw it was Mr. Smith, she immediately tensed.

"Mr. Smith, what are you doing here?"

He deliberately lowered his voice. "Just happened to be passing by. Imagine my luck, running into you, Miss Bagnold."

Miss Bagnold?

stepped away to grab something. He'll be back soon. Are

Tell me, how much is he paying to

hiding anything this time. His eyes narrowed,

Smith could hardly contain himself. The contract was about to be signed-this woman would have no more use

to show some respect. Lyman and I are legally married. What you're suggesting is outright

the man

Absolutely outrageous.

dancers-I've taken care of them all, and they were more than satisfied," Mr. Smith

felt sick to her stomach.

he pressed on, "I'm telling the truth. You know the hottest star right now, Isabel? When she

froze, her mouth dropping

be the Isabel she

and the celebrity. It was almost impossible

land you in court. You really shouldn't say things like that,” Effie

hear such gossip. She'd always thought Isabel was

Stick with me, and you'll live in

you're doing is sexual harassment. If you don't stop, I'll call

the act. Once the contract's signed tomorrow, you