Love’s Cunning Ruse

Chapter 30

Kieran was being a total jerk, just as expected.

Julie tried to pull away from Kieran’s grip on her chin but couldn’t fight against his strength. So she gave up.

She, instead, stared at him with bright eyes and a sarcastic smile, “So, tell me, how much is all this stuff you taught me worth?”

He released her chin, sat down, and stared right into Julie’s eyes, “How much do you have?”

“I lost my only job and have no income. Aren’t I looking for a new beau? If I find one, it depends on how much he’s willing to spend on me. Right now, it’s your fault I can’t get my hands on any money because you’ve messed up my plans”

Julie was like a little wildcat with claws, who used to be docile towards Kieran, but now she was more like a prickly hedgehog, ready to spike at anyone

who came near

Kieran followed her gaze, then suddenly turned to look at Julie. “Need help finding a job?”

didn’t believe he would be that

the proud Julie

If Mr. Hernandez wants to do a good deed, find me a high–paying job that doesn’t require much work. I’d be so

have. But after all the years of hardship, she realized that only those

said this, there was little hesitation in

turned back, glaring at Julie, slowly echoing her

you like to be my

him

sent chills down Karl’s spine, who

but you’re also a jerk.” Julie stared at Kieran, “This slap is overdue; I should

opened the car door and slammed it shut.

she turned around, her eyes reddened.

feel better. But why did it feel like there was a hole in her heart that was causing all

discomfort?

just got