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

of the elevator arriving outside, bitterly tugging at the corners of my

my phone rang, snapping me

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

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Jelaston,

As I tossed clothes into the washing machine, I replied, "Have you scheduled a time? I'm

set. I'll pick you up on my

"Okay."

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

"Ms. Wilson, Miss Greenwood, the owner

but when I saw her, I

sure if it was a

But it felt uneasy.

Shaw was 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

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

An indescribable discomfort.

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