First Love's Return, Heiress Strikes Back

Chapter 374

After securing the deal with BrightPath Group, Alan had a few drinks at lunchtime and as soon as he returned to the hotel, he fell asleep.

In the afternoon, Marie had nothing to do and could move freely.

Illinois, located along the coast, was a famous tourist city.

The hotel where Marie lived was by the seaside, offering a great view. At a glance, there was the azure sea and the golden beach.

The temperature soared to 86 degrees Fahrenheit in the afternoon.

Marie lounged in the hotel and rested for the entire afternoon. As the sun was about to set, she changed into a cool tank top and shorts, applied sunscreen, put on sunglasses, and headed to the beach.

belonged to the hotel and were not open to the public,

chair under the large umbrella, took off her sunglasses, and

edges tipped with gold. The water shimmered like spilled orange

a hint of briny scent drifted in, chasing away the lingering heat. Marie leaned back on the lounge chair, leisurely enjoying the sunset, feeling relaxed and content. She had been working non–stop these days. It had been a long time since she felt so relaxed. “Hey gorgeous, here alone?” Marie had just sat down for a short while when

up

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conversation.

on Marie as he looked her up and down, leeringly saying, “Oh, you’re so young. Even after giving birth to two children, you’re

turned a deaf

and got very close to Marie’s recliner.“Your husband isn’t here. Can I

fell upon