Ex-Husband’s Love Dilemma

Chapter 79

Cassandra’s expression gradually became solemn after she heard Nellie’s question.

As a matter of fact, the time when she last looked in the mirror was not the first time he touched her belly. Orlando assumed that she had gained some weight and playfully teased her about it, saying, “I like it better when your tummy’s a little round. It feels nice.”

Since then, his hand never left her abdomen at night, despite their strained relationship. Every time she woke from her sleep, she would find his hand resting on her waist.

Had Orlando been a bit more observant, he might have noticed the subtle changes in Cassandra. Yet, his heart had never been fully committed to her, so those details flew past him.

Cassandra responded nonchalantly, “Maybe we’ve gone our separate ways before it’s too late to hide. Why bother stirring up trouble?”

If you have no love for someone, anything they do will irk you.

Such thoughts lingered on her mind.

Meanwhile, in another building in Broburgh.

Rebecca found herself getting dragged to the company by Sophia early in the morning. Rebecca had been dealing with many problems over the past few days. In the ruthless world of showbiz, a single misstep could unleash a torrent of public criticism. Recognizing the need for foresight, she resolved to devise strategies early.

Sophia briefed Rebecca about an invitation from a sponsor, saying, “We have a dinner tonight. Secure a sponsorship for your new song, and all the problems you’re facing will go away.”

“I’m not interested. Mr. Ross is fat and gross. I don’t wanna have dinner with him.” Rebecca dismissed the ideal without a second thought. Despite catching some flak after the birthday banquet, she did not plan on enduring it any longer.

However, Sophia persisted. “Rebecca, we really need this sponsorship. Once we lock it down, they won’t ridicule you anymore. It’s just a meal. Plus, I’ll be with you the whole time. You can handle it, right?”

Undeterred, Rebecca shot back with a hint of annoyance in her voice, “I’ve got an innocent idol image going on. What if I get photographed eating with that revolting guy?”

Sophia scowled. Rebecca was her cash cow, so she had no choice but to let her be.

Tension hung in the air.

After a beat of silence, Sophia leaned in and spoke in a hushed voice, “Rebecca, you’ve been taking the heat. lately, and Mr. Quinn is giving you the silent treatment. Are you gonna let that slide?”

Rebecca was caught off guard.

know whether it was because of Peter’s birthday banquet or Cassandra. Rebecca tried hard, but

then asked, “So, what

she said, “I’m not gonna stop at making him jealous. I want everyone to see how much Landy cares about me, even if it means becoming a laughingstock.”

quiet

up at the restaurant her sponsor

off Rebecca. “Ms. Spencer, you look stunning as always.

“work together” carried a certain weight and seemed to

held back the intense displeasure within her and kept smiling.

Spencer, a collaboration between you and Mr. Ross would be like match made in heaven. He’s easy to work

single word and only put on a subtle smile. Sophia quickly responded on her behalf, “Mr. Ross, thank you for your generosity toward Ms. Spencer.

found herself

guided her through toast several times, causing

signaling Sophia to call

swiftly came up with an excuse to leave the private room and quickly dialed Orlando’s number. “Mr.

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Rebecca’s agent. I apologize for disturbing you at this late

Orlando

Quinn, Rebecca has had a bit too much to drink. Could you come and pick her up? She’s at a crucial point in

and ask me to clean up your mess,” Orlando

his irritation, Sophia quickly apologized. She turned around and peeked through the gap in the door to find Trevor leering at Rebecca. She noticed Trevor’s hand landing on Rebecca’s shoulder without that woman noticing. Anxiously, she implored, “Mr. Quinn, I’m begging you. Please come and take Rebecca home.

a brief silence on the line.

Orlando’s voice again. “Where

address and added, “Mr. Quinn, we’ll be waiting for you here.”

bedroom window, tightly gripping his phone and not getting up immediately. He

door opened and Cassandra came

nonchalantly. “I’ll be

are you going?” she casually

and a there was subtle change in his expression. In contrast to her recent coldness, Cassandra’s

thin lips. “Lloyd and the others are out drinking. They asked me to join them