Chapter 221

This whole situation was like poking a bear for Curtis.

This was the thing that caused the three-year long strain between him and Leanne, made her utterly despise him now, and kept their beautiful, adorable daughter from coming into

this world.

Now, it was a sensitive topic for both of them, a no-go zone that neither could touch or

mention.

Seeing the two of them walk in together, side by side, Curtis’ radar went off.

Even though Leanne had admitted she wasn’t in love with Phillip, Curtis couldn’t help but be petty, wanting to erect an impenetrable barrier between them.

He could clearly sense Phillip’s taunts aimed at him.

Staring at Phillip’s back, Curtis squinted his eyes. Turning to Leanne, he said, “Next time you see him, make a run for it.”

“Why should I listen to you?” Leanne retorted.

Curtis gave her a look. “Because if not, you’ll remember that time I confessed my feeling to you, and you’ll want to crawl into a hole from embarrassment.”

She was speechless.

did know her well.

Mary got up from her couch in a huff and dragged him aside. She took Leanne by the

she was a protective parent, worried about her child being bullied by

the motions, greeting everyone and

Christmas.

her a gift, “Here, take this.”

“Oh, you don’t

it,”

accepted, “Thank

gown with dark purple velvet, exuded elegance that spoke of her wealthy background.

the festive spirit, but she seemed even more benevolent towards Leanne than usual,

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here; you’re practically family,” Jennifer said with a warmth that

Leanne.

was she being so nice?

sighing dramatically every five minutes since yesterday, lamenting, “You’re all here enjoying yourselves while

palpable with every

her not to come. She’s on duty today,

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