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?”

would

proud Julie would refuse him arrogantly.

her face. She looked at him gently and said, “Sure! If Mr. Hernandez wants to do

after all the years of hardship, she realized that only those who were

she said this, there was little hesitation in her voice.

back, glaring at Julie, slowly echoing her

you like to be my bedmate?”

and gave him a sound slap on

crisp sound sent chills down Karl’s spine, who was sitting in the

you were just cold–hearted, but you’re also a jerk.” Julie stared at Kieran, “This slap is overdue; I should have given

that, Julie opened the car door and slammed

around,

feel better. But why did it feel like there was a

discomfort?

Kieran, who just got slapped, suddenly