Lina heard everything they said, and it hit her hard. Their stares felt like knives cutting into her face. Instinctively, she glanced at Desiree, who appeared quite intoxicated, lazily leaning on the couch.

Desiree was looking back at her, and they locked eyes.

Lina saw a clear, gloating expression in Desiree’s gaze. Now, she understood the intent behind Desiree’s actions.

Desiree had defamed her and suppressed her, using Nicholas’ unsavory past as a gangster to keep influential people away from Lina. This way, she couldn’t interact with those important connections anymore.

If things went according to Desiree’s plan, Lina would be humiliated and angry.

Lina remained composed, trying not to lose her temper, but the others were crossing the line, especially under the influence of alcohol.

Lina suspected she was

“It seems we won’t be able to proceed with our

Lina, did I say something wrong?” Desiree quickly stood up and apologized. “I

remained silent, unsure

regret, berating herself for her

families. I’ve heard your parents are PH.D. graduates from renowned schools, right? My parents can’t compete

“Lina—”

doesn’t work out, so don’t take it personally,”

Lina said, “I’m sorry, I can’t handle alcohol very well. My head is spinning from drinking

eyebrow, unable to hide her smugness, thinking she had

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