Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 72

Love not only brought bitterness but also pain. It made one lose oneself, become weak, and never be able to harden their heart again.

“Crack.” Brielle popped open a can tab, placing a Coke in front of her.

Aubree stubbed out her cigarette, unable to resist taking several large gulps, “Besides, the Dorsey family has Michael keeping watch.”

Aubree seemed especially concerned that Brielle would lose her head, especially since she’d already taken a fall for Spencer.

But Spencer, what was he anyway? Nothing but a rain puddle, easily filled and forgotten.

Aubree was about to add more when she noticed Brielle had already piled up a bunch of files, seriously sorting through work documents. Her genuine concern seemed laughably out of place at this sight, but then she thought again and couldn’t help but give a thumbs up.

Keep it up. You got an orgasm and you got a promotion to boot. Hell, I’d have taken a few

the watch Andrew had snapped up made her smile fade slightly. She knew how much Aubree was hurting. After pining for Andrew for so many years, her heart must

feeling lonely. I’ve got to go.” Her tone was

it.”

to refuse when she

necklace, perfect for everyday wear. After a moment’s thought, she carefully placed the necklace in the drawer. Returning to her computer desk, she saw new emails, mostly from her department. After dealing with a few, she leaned back

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was aware she

forum. Brielle took a deep breath and belatedly

about her.

first posts to defame her dated back seven years. For seven

think hard to know whose handiwork it was. Lillian was an expert at this, leaving herself spotless,

doted on Lillian like a sister, too afraid of crushing

and easily bullied, Miranda had said–Lillian is frail and an easy target, you learn Taekwondo, and you can protect her alongside