My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 398:

Carrie returned his look with one of exasperation. “Do I look like I’m made of money? Sure, this pen was complimentary, but it’s actually more expensive than the one I purchased! Who would I even consider worthy of such a lavish gift? I plan to use it for writing my manuscripts. I simply asked you to hold it momentarily.”

Kristopher’s expression turned gloomy. “But didn’t you mention it looked good on me?”

Carrie exhaled sharply. “Why must you always be so difficult? You just said you wouldn’t bother with such an inexpensive pen. Now, you’re upset that I’m not offering it to you?”

Kristopher replied, “I never claimed I wouldn’t use an inexpensive pen. I merely noted that I’ve never used one this inexpensive before. Being a writer, shouldn’t you appreciate the nuance in words?”

Carrie had already brushed past him and was striding ahead before he could even finish his sentence. Kristopher paused, watching the gap between them widen, before he set off after her with a sigh.

Inside, she scanned the shelves without much interest until, just as she was about to leave, a stylish

decided to pick up the new one and proceeded to the checkout.

she was still processing the shock, the cashier efficiently printed the receipt and presented it to her, asking, “Would you like to

scan option with a hint

the transaction, the clerk cheerily included a grotesque frog toy in her bag, saying, “Today’s special offer: spend five hundred

Carrie muttered a “thank you.” Exiting the store, she found Kristopher waiting by the door, drawing admiring glances from several women. As

a raised eyebrow. “It seems I’m

the

when have I ever resembled that guy?” he retorted,

harmful as anything else. You’ve had your moments.” She continued, “But everyone has flaws. Improve those, and who knows? Maybe you

mouth than he realized he seemed to have been tricked into making a promise. He was momentarily lost in thought but then noticed Carrie stepping into the already open elevator. Rushing, he managed to join her