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.

Kennedy interjected. “Mr. Barrett, do you have

shifting toward Mia, who kept her head bowed. His lips parted slightly as he remarked, “Well, I believe Mia has some thoughts about me.”

forced smile, she responded, “I just assumed Mr. Barrett’s silence meant

I hadn’t spoken up, couldn’t you have asked?”

What was Timothy trying to say?

she noticed the mischievous sparkle in Timothy’s eyes.

understood that he was teasing her on purpose. She calmly replied. “Isn’t

directing his

looks like there’s a problem with the stage decoration. That

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of place.”

excessive about it? This

the edge of the stage to inspect the drapery.

it seemed acceptable

in a dilemma. Who would have anticipated

married couple?

caught on quickly and exchanged a knowing glance

status as the university’s main investor, making a slight adjustment to

satisfaction wouldn’t hurt.

don’t you open the curtain and see

stage effect is designed to sync with that machine. Once it’s activated,

aren’t cheap; they cost a hundred grand each.”

“After investing so much, is another

“You invested?”

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