Chapter 237

Immediately, the house fell into a silence so profound you could hear a pin drop.

Ryan's obsidian-like eyes stared at me unblinkingly, churning with

unresolved emotions.

The indifferent demeanor he once had towards everything seemed

unsustainable now.

The atmosphere became tense and oppressive.

After what seemed like an eternity, he slowly got up, meticulously folding the blanket, grabbing the coat on the single sofa, draping it over his elbow, his voice low. "Sorry for disturbing you last night, I'll leave now."

Unconsciously, I picked at my fingers and asked again, "The divorce

certificate..."

"Let's talk about it later."

Avoiding my gaze, Ryan's long lashes partially concealed his emotions. Gary just called, you heard it too. I need to rush back to the company for a meeting."

With those words, almost without giving me a chance to respond, he strode away with his long legs.

afraid I would

faintly hearing the sound of the elevator arriving outside, bitterly

phone rang, snapping me out

do you remember the office we were very satisfied with the other day?

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has arrived in Jelaston, and we

I tossed clothes into the washing machine, I

pick you up

"Okay."

and applied light makeup. Just as I was about to go downstairs,

Miss Greenwood, the owner will be here soon. Shall we wait for her before going up together?" Neither Jane

her, I paused for a moment upon recognizing her as

wasn't sure if it was a

But it felt uneasy.

dressed elegantly, carrying a rare Hermès bag, and upon seeing me, she showed no surprise, her attitude distant and cold. "You're the one interested in renting the 16th floor?"

the place when Mrs. Shaw interjected indifferently. "No need for introductions. I know who she is better than you do." With just a simple sentence, she didn't use any harsh words, yet

An indescribable discomfort.

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