I felt like I was going berserk. I wanted to shout at him to ask him to stay away from me. His little kindness only made me want to puke, but of course, I did not do that. I still had to maintain the image of our marriage in public. Likewise, Crystal knew she could not do anything at the party, so she could only eye me irritatedly from afar.

 

As I looked away from Crystal, I spotted Christopher’s father. He was a slender middle-aged man who looked graceful and polite, but at the same time, gave off a deterrent vibe.

 

as day that those who attended the gathering had ulterior motives. They wanted to get on the good side

a gift prepared. Since the Smiths and the

brownie points with his dad, but now that things had turned out this way, there was no

Lane, this is a painting I drew on my own. I hope you’ll like it.” Crystal went ahead and gifted him her painting after seeing the

Crystal’s skills had improved by leaps and bounds after she went overseas. There was no way I could draw something as good as

have to say you’re a gifted painter,” Gordon exclaimed. “I’m sorry but I don’t think I got

 

I came to your house before, but of course, that was a long time ago. I was only ten back then,” Crystal replied

disbelief. “Oh! So you’re the girl who saved Chris last time. Of course, I remember you.

was extremely pleased to meet Crystal. His remarks reminded everyone of what happened

 

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