Chapter 64

Tarquin seemed to have a distaste for her that ran deeper than the Mariana Trench. One would think he’d want to steer clear of her entirely, to draw a thick line in the sand

between them.

Yet, against all odds, he was sticking around like a burr on wool. It was as baffling as a snowstorm in July.

“You know what, he’s just bullying you. Spill the beans. Who is he, exactly? My folks will have a word or two on your behalf.”

Blossom’s parents were university professors, mentors to a legion of successful students spread across various industries, boasting an extensive network of connections. Thought them Blythe family wasn’t considered Jindale City’s cream of the crop, their reputation soared high in all circles.

Had they not been the embodiment of humility, they’d be a household name in Jindale City.

Elysia, however, shook her head. She knew better than to drag the Blythe family into a mess with the Bradfords, a family whose reputation in Jindale City was as murky as a stormy sea.

Rumors swirled that the Bradfords had more skeletons in their closet than a cemetery. Climbing to the top of the wealth ladder in this city was no cakewalk; they had their fingers in political and commercial pies alike, their reach extending into both the lawful and the underbelly of society.

And there was still the matter of a nondisclosure agreement in place; her lips were sealed. “I’ll handle the divorce on my own. If things truly hit rock bottom, then I’ll seek help from your folks.”

heaved a sigh. “Alright, but you

promise to tell me if you’re in

be the sharpest tool in the shed, but my parents

too distant. The silent promise stood

Gratefully, Elysia nodded.

three tykes don’t take after you much. They’re the spitting image of their deadbeat dad. Alas, if only

swiftly, “Don’t even go there. I won’t be playing

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coerced her, shattering her life to pieces. Not to mention his Icy demeanor – no matter how handsome, it

him would be akin to dining

the disdain

you think you might’ve blown up Cupid’s temple in a past life or

three little gems are the

mention of the children.

they went public, they’d be should try posting a video of them online,

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