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.

to reach Orlando, that man remained indifferent. She didn’t know whether it was because of Peter’s birthday banquet or Cassandra. Rebecca

pursed her lips then asked, “So, what should I

immediately lit up. With a grin across her face, she said, “I’m not gonna stop at making him jealous. I want

Rebecca, but she stayed quiet and let the latter run with her

at the restaurant her sponsor had booked for the evening.

Spencer, you look stunning as

carried a certain weight and seemed

held back the intense displeasure within her and

collaboration between you and Mr. Ross would be like match made in heaven. He’s easy to work with, and as long as he’s pleased, the sponsorship amount won’t be an issue. You mustn’t miss out

put on a subtle smile. Sophia quickly responded on her behalf, “Mr. Ross, thank you for your generosity

found herself bowing

order to hide Rebecca’s disdain from Trevor, Sophia tactfully guided her through toast several times, causing her to feel

dinner, Rebecca kept signaling Sophia to call Orlando.

the private

90%

U 10:44

Chapter 79

agent. I apologize for disturbing

matter?” Orlando

She’s at a crucial point in her career, and I’m worried that being photographed in

and ask me to clean up your mess,” Orlando replied, wanting to hang up. His displeasure was evident

Rebecca’s shoulder without that woman noticing. Anxiously, she implored, “Mr. Quinn, I’m begging you. Please come and take Rebecca home. We came to meet her sponsor, but he was too powerful and we couldn’t stop him from

was a brief silence on the

again. “Where are

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

and not getting up immediately. He wore a serious, though indifferent, expression

door opened and Cassandra came

glance at her nonchalantly. “I’ll be heading

are you going?”

his expression. In contrast to her recent coldness, Cassandra’s attitude toward

are out drinking. They asked me to join them for