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.

if afraid I

faintly hearing the sound of the elevator arriving outside, bitterly tugging at the corners of

my phone rang, snapping me

sounded upbeat. "Charlotte, do you remember the office we were very satisfied with the other

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Chapter 237

owner has arrived in Jelaston, and we can meet face-to-face

the washing machine, I replied, "Have you scheduled a time? I'm

pick you up on my

"Okay."

up, I changed clothes and applied light makeup. Just as I was about to go downstairs, Jane's Audi pulled into the

waiting in the lobby. "Ms. Wilson, Miss Greenwood, the owner will be here soon. Shall we wait

her, I paused

sure if it was a coincidence

But it felt uneasy.

no surprise, her attitude distant and cold. "You're the one interested in renting the 16th floor?" "Yes," I

indifferently. "No need for introductions. I know who she is

An indescribable discomfort.

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