Mia's lips twitched with irritation as she stepped forward, seizing Timothy's tie in her grip.

The surrounding reporters watched with widened eyes, stunned by the unexpected turn of events.

Speaking in a low voice, Mia addressed Timothy, “Well played, Mr. Barrett."

She couldn't fathom why he would pull such a stunt in front of the reporters.

Unfazed by Mia's agitation, Timothy leaned down to meet her gaze. "The media has been spreading rumors about you being a divorced single mother. I don't want to see them tarnish your reputation.”

“Timothy, just stop. You're here today for the signing ceremony to address the fraudulent contract with the Bowen family.

"Don't veer off topic and indulge in nonsensical banter with the media. They're not interested in our personal affairs!" Mia snapped.

gossip and are eager

words. "Alright, we'll do as you say. Let's focus on addressing the forgery issue now. How would you like to handle it? You have the final say regarding the Bowen family's affair.” "Don't flatter yourself," Mia retorted sharply. "With the Lane family backing me, the Bowen family poses no threat to me whatsoever. I'm only here to witness the drama between them and you. It's got nothing to do with me." Caleb promptly stepped in, his gaze fixed on Connie and Lewis who were huddled nearby. "Why are

uneasy, their tension palpable. They hadn't expected Timothy to pursue Mia because she

inexplicable

could Mia possibly be

some

who could have imagined that Mia was married to Timothy and had even

tightly concealed, as there

the Bowens do

was Timothy's ex-wife and had two children with him, Timothy surely wouldn't be lenient

and implored, "What should we do? Lewis,

Lewis was also overwhelmed with regret. He never anticipated that Mia's former husband would

felt like a series of

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255