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?

away to grab something. He'll be

are you? Tell me, how much is he

anything this time. His eyes narrowed, roaming over her with greedy

The contract was about to be signed-this woman would have no more use for Lyman. Then it would be his turn

you to show some respect. Lyman and I are legally

man

Absolutely outrageous.

being honest here. I'm always generous with women-actresses, models, principal dancers-I've taken care of

sick to

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

her mouth dropping open in

the Isabel

dancer and the celebrity.

land you in court. You really shouldn't say

to hear such gossip. She'd always thought Isabel was practically

Stick with

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

signed

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