Meanwhile, at the staircase, chills traveled down my spine as I overheard Tobey’s conversation with Mom. It was at that moment I realized that Mom was not the least bit worried about me staying at Tobey’s place.

 

Besides, Mom had really gone overboard this time trying to set me up with a random man whom I had just met.

 

It was pointless to be a bigger person by tolerating Mom’s behavior, as she tended to cross the line sometimes. Thinking of that, I couldn’t help but sneer at myself. I bet she’ll be happy if anything happened between Tobey and me here. With that, her dream of marrying me to Tobey would finally come true.

strode down the stairs and headed to the couch. My expression slowly darkened as I eavesdropped on their conversation. All they talked about were business

too. I wish to

and wine, while the dining area

happily and headed upstairs with a

are you?” He glanced

 

the table. He probably did not think I would have come down so quickly. As soon

were on the

Scratching the back of his

 

I could not help but notice that he actually had a warm and pleasant smile. However, his smile could not compare to Andrew’s

Mr. Osborn. I would appreciate it if you could address me as Ms. Tanner or Ms.

planning to

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