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Chapter 252 Why Does He Hate You?

Listening to the busy tone on the phone, Maggie felt absent–minded and feeling down.

She sat in the car for a while, lost in thought, and then, disregarding her injured ankle, she drove to the riverside to clear her mind.

So much had happened recently–too much to put into words–leaving her feeling choked up

With her injury, walking wasn’t easy.

and uneasy.

Maggie found a bench and sat there, watching the ferries shuttle back and forth across the river. As the sun set, the sparkling lights began to illuminate the surroundings.

The sky wasn’t completely dark yet, but a hint of nighttime chill was already in the air.

Just then, Leo’s call came through.

Maggie picked up the phone. “Leo?”

“Sierra has stepped up to claim the piano video you posted a few days ago. It’s been gaining popularity rapidly lately, with mixed reviews. Leo got right to the point

Going ahead with her plan should have been something to celebrate, but Maggie couldn’t find any joy in it right now.

The more they praise her now, the harder she’ll crash later, Maggie said softly.

Just then, the honk of a car horn broke the silence.

Leo paused for a second before asking. “Where are you?”

“By the river, getting some fresh air, Maggie replied.

“Not feeling too great?” Leo asked in a warm tone.

“Yep.” Maggie didn’t feel like elaborating. Some things were meant to be handled and borne on your own.

“I’ll come over, Leo said firmly.

“No need. It’s not a big deal. I’m just taking a breather…” Maggie tried to decline, but Leo insisted.

this, Maggie went along

than half an hour, Leo showed up behind Maggic, throwing his jacket over her shoulders and handing her a cup of

the warmth of

her, his tall and slender frame showing strength. Without his glasses, his cool face revealed a

softly. “What’s on your mind?”

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between his lips, gazing into the distance at the river. He spoke slowly. “You used to say, why bother with right or wrong, as long as you know

her gaze

thought those times weren’t good enough,

from the cutthroat orphanage, the happiness of youthful naivety thinking she’d broken

were so many things she didn’t dare to do but dared to dream

1. of.

not sure what I truly want now, Maggie murmured, her eyes reflecting a hint of uncertainty.

to stick around Nathael, but I fear having top

he won’t get hurt, but I’m

him all the best, but I refuse to let Timmothy control myself.

cigarette. Maggie’s gaze was cool as she realised that loving someone comes

open the cigarette box and handed it over. Maggie took one and placed it between her

It didn’t fit the image of the pampered

her loyalty to them, she couldn’t help feeling restless and found herself seeking an outlet from time

a glow on the

herself what

to continue, yet there were still unresolved matters, leaving her unsure of what to do next.

back, Leo

shape, Maggie didn’t refuse. Along the way, the night breeze was brisk and. refreshing. Maggie sat in the passenger seat and asked, “Do you know

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and Nathael?” Maggie

reliable. Master Harris wouldn’t just stand by and let his grandsons fear each other apart, so he’s probably not letting these rumours go unchecked,” Leo

let out a

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sudden interest in him?” Leo glanced

pushing me to break up with Nathael. What

eyes distant and cold. “He’s

a moment, not denying

be entirely correct, there was some truth to what he said. If he knew about Nathael’s feelings for her yet still insisted on breaking them up, his goal

messed–up person!