Chapter 426

As Maya ended the call, she became more determined than ever to thwart Mia’s plans.

With Sharon’s assistance, Maya was confident she could stop Mia’s schemes.

Meanwhile, Mia had just left the hall. She couldn’t help but feel a surge of optimism.

Maya’s initial reaction had been priceless; her final act of tearing up the divorce agreement had unexpectedly played into Mia’s hands.

At that moment. Kennedy approached Mia. “Mia, how did your discussion with Mr. Barrett go? Did he

have any opinions on the design of the hall?”

After a brief pause, Mia responded firmly, “He assured me that everything is in order and didn’t raise any

objections.”

Even though Mia hadn’t had the opportunity to question Timothy earlier, she was certain he wouldn’t be concerned about such trivial matters. It appeared there was no need for any inquiries at all.

Moments after she spoke, Mia was startled to hear Timothy’s deep voice behind her, saying, “When have

I ever said such a thing?”

Surprised, Mia turned to see Timothy emerging. Wasn’t he supposed to clarify matters with Maya?

The atmosphere suddenly became awkward.

ease the tension, Kennedy interjected. “Mr. Barrett, do you have any thoughts

who kept her head bowed. His lips parted slightly as he remarked, “Well, I believe

frustration. With a forced smile, she responded, “I just assumed Mr.

I hadn’t spoken up, couldn’t you

was

noticed the mischievous sparkle in

her on purpose. She calmly replied. “Isn’t that exactly what I’m doing

directing his

stage decoration. That curtain over there seems

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out of place.”

about it? This setup perfectly complements the

the edge of the stage to inspect

seemed acceptable to

found himself in a dilemma. Who would have anticipated discord

married couple?

too, caught on quickly and exchanged a knowing glance with Mia.

university’s main investor, making a slight

satisfaction wouldn’t hurt.

you open the curtain and see how

her brow. “The stage effect is designed to sync with that machine. Once it’s activated, it’s a one–time use, and we’d have to replace

cost a hundred

much, is another hundred thousand really

“You invested?”

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