From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After

Chapter 425

As the tension in the room thickened, Debra suddenly piped up.

“It seems Mr. Odom has a particular fondness for male trainees. I suppose that means us ladies are out of luck when it comes to investments.”

The implication hung in the air like a thick fog, and Edgar’s frown deepened. He withdrew his hand from Oscar’s shoulder as if it were on fire.

Henry began to sweat bullets, not expecting Debra to be so blunt.

In a bid to smooth things over, he interjected, “Haha, you’re joking, Debra. Mr. Odom will invest in the whole program. All of you will be funded. Mr. Odom is a real man.”

But his effort only made things worse as everyone struggled to stifle their laughter.

Edgar’s voice turned silky, a mocking undertone barely concealed. “Mrs. Nichols, it seems I must have offended you in the past. Why else would you be so keen on targeting me now?”

Debra shrugged. “Mr. Odom, you’re joking. There is no such thing.”

Edgar leaned in, his voice a low whisper meant only for her ears. “The news reports. Was that your doing?”

trainees whispered among

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had her agenda. Didn’t expect her to use

like that in front of

pushed Edgar away from

a distance, bit her lip,

maintained an air of innocence.

those rumors. I’m as

wouldn’t want to think you lack credibility, Mrs.

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her eyes giving nothing

review a few things. If everything checks out, we’ll sign the contract. I’ll

said happily.

at the news. As Edgar turned to leave, he shot Oscar a look. loaded

that about? Did he take a liking to you?”

Odom family was so progressive. Putting on a show of devotion for the public while playing a